Heat Index

Data Management Unit

The heat index, also known as the APPARENT TEMPERATURE or FEELS-LIKE temperature, is a measure of how hot it feels when relative humidity is factored in with the actual air temperature. In other words, it accounts for the impact of humidity on our perception of temperature.The heat index is important because it provides a more accurate measure of the potential health risks associated with hot and humid conditions. High heat indices can contribute to heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke, and individuals are advised to take precautions during periods of elevated heat index values.

This is a specialized unit that focuses on the collection, storage, processing, and dissemination of meteorological data. This unit plays a crucial role in managing and archiving vast amounts of the agency climate data, ensuring its accuracy, accessibility, and security of the data, responding to internal and external data request