Question

During a recent snowstorm, the temperature in Champaign, IL, was 27°F, the dewpoint was 25°F, and relative humidity was 92%. On a hot day last summer, Las Vegas, NV, recorded a temperature of 110°F, a dewpoint of 42°F, and a relative humidity of 10%. In which city was there more moisture in the air? Very briefly explain.

Answer 1

The Champaign has moisture in the air

Step-by-step explanation:

Data provided in the question:

For Champaign

Temperature = 27°F

Dewpoint = 25°F

Relative humidity = 92%

For Las Vegas

Temperature = 110°F

Dewpoint = 42°F

Relative humidity = 10%

Now,

Relative humidity is the ratio of the amount of water (i.e moisture) present in air to the maximum amount of water (i.e moisture) that the air can hold.

Since,

Relative humidity of Champaign is greater than the relative humidity of Las Vegas

Therefore,

The Champaign has moisture in the air