How humid is 87% humidity?

Question

I'm heading to Thailand in September and I've read that the humidity is about 87%, what is this like? Is it bearable if you're outdoors?

Answer 1

the best way to describe the humidity in Thailand to a westerner is this ....... place a pot of water on the stove and turn the burner to high. when the water is at a rolling boil, place your face over the pot for about a minute. ive been to Thailand 7 times, and 5 of those times the heat was simply unbearable, and ive lived nearly 4 decades in Los Angeles .... where im consistantly exposed to temps of around or over 100. the two times it wasnt unbearable .... one time i was in Phuket, which was definately hot .... but NOTHING like the mainland. the other time it wasnt unbearable ...... and youre in luck my friend ...... was September. September is the coldest month in Thailand, well ..... about mid Sept to mid Oct. its still hot, but the humidity isnt NEARLY as bad, its a bearable heat ..... you might not even sweat. i walked outside of my hotel in Sept at about 2 am, and i was a bit chilly, this was wearing pants and a long sleeve shirt. normally you walk outside at 2am in shorts and a tank top and youre hot.

so youve picked the right time to go ..... September/October ..... that being said, im not a weatherman (not that theyre accurate anyway) .... im not saying this will be true for you, keeping in mind .... i am from LA, im used to the heat. but aside from my own experience, i know several Thais who swear up and down that its FREEZING in September and October. Freezing for them is 70.

hope that helps, and have fun .... the Thais are great people .... youll love them.

Answer 2

87 Humidity

Answer 3

87% humidity isn't so bad on it's own - Even in London the average humidity gets into the high 80's

The temperature combined with the humidity is the real measure - From July to October is the monsoonal season when most of Thailand's annual rainfall is accumulated. The humidity averages just under 90%, with temperatures averaging around 29º C in Bangkok.

For us australians it's not too bad but I'm guessing for a Brit it's pretty hot and sticky ... think airconditioned shopping in the day and lots of outdoor drinking in the evening

Answer 4

Relative humidity is a fraction of the amount of water in the air to the saturation point for water in air, which is a function of temperature (the hotter the air, the more water is can hold - that is why iced glasses sweat in the summer). When it is raining, the humidity is usually at or near 100%. Relative humidity is measured using a hygrometer or psychrometer. 87% would be unconfortable when combined with high temperatures. In Thailand, in September, it will feel sticky for most people.

Answer 5

Hot enough to make you sweat while standing still !
87% humidity makes you feel clammy; any skin touching skin will stick and create more sweat and feel generally unpleasant.

87% humidity can be bearable if there is a breeze, but not if the person next to you forgot to use deodorant. It's best tolerated with very few clothes on, or in an air conditioned room, or submerged in a pool.

High humidity is worse than just plain high temperatures. High humidity makes it hard to breathe, and makes exercise (like walking) difficult and risky. It's annoying to have beads of perspiration dripping from your eyebrows and running down your nose. Plus, if you wear glasses, you can fog them up with your own breath!
:-(

Answer 6

87% humidity is quite hot, but its really not that bad. Depending on the temperature that day, it would make a huge difference. I live in northern queensland in australia, and our temperature from about october to april averages between 30-40 degress celcius and the humidity ranges around the 70, 80 and 90% mark. We're all still alive and kicking, and being outside isnt all that bad. As long as you have plenty of sunscreen on as well as a hat and water, you will be fine. Great weather for swimming whenever you want to! Enjoy the holiday, you will not die from the heat thats for sure.

Answer 7

the average humidity in Thailand is between 66 to 82%. Today the humidity was 49% in Bangkok with a temperature of 36c. It was unbearable outside today, I hate to think about 87% in September.

Answer 8

It's very humid. The higher the percentage, the more humid. 87% would be like playing basketball in Hell with no timekeeper and the coach won't ever take you out. And you have a parka on. Made of dead bunnies. With their heads still on. So now, you're burning up and you really stink. Plus you'll be in Thailand, so it applies. Seriously though, it's hot. And somewhat unbearable, but you'll be fine.

Answer 9

September is just not that bad - it is weather !! there's always weather !! - If you want uncomfortable heat, come over in april - I don't know, September is just not that bad to me - - if I were to pick 2 months to leave, it would be April and May because of the heat... Don't they have weather where you are? - it never seems to stop me too much... then again, I can do nothing in cool or hot weather... you know, I was in USA a couple of years ago in November and it was cold and icy and windy and you have to scrunch up your neck to try and push it into your chest - it was painful - I can't believe people say they like the cold?? - so, it is all personal preference but man, not to worry or make it a big deal... just come and have a nice time - ok?

Answer 10

. too humid and if temperature are also high its pure torture. Fan does not cool and your dripping perspiration with the slightest effort. Only air conditioning which also dehumidifies makes life comfortable . Monsoons are in full progress at this time of year in Thailand.