# Dew point, not relative humidity

> If you want a real judge of just how “dry” or “humid” it will feel outside, look at the dew point instead of the relative humidity. The higher the dew point, the muggier it will feel.  
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> General comfort levels that can be expected during the summer months:  
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> ≤ 55: dry and comfortable  
> 55 – 65: becoming “sticky” with muggy evenings  
> ≥ 65: lots of moisture in the air, becoming oppressive  
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> [Source](https://www.weather.gov/arx/why_dewpoint_vs_humidity)