

The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Additional factors like activity, differences in body mass, height, and shape, clothing, and metabolic differences affect individual temperature impact. Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like', 'real feel', 'apparent temperature', or 'felt air temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading.

With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke. Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible.

Heat indexIn November, the average heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 42☌ (107.6☏). In November, the average low-temperature is 21.5☌ (70.7☏). TemperatureIn Santa Cruz, the average high-temperature in November is relatively the same as in October - a still hot 33.5☌ (92.3☏). November, the last month of the spring in Santa Cruz, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.5☌ (92.3☏) and 21.5☌ (70.7☏).
