Wind Chill what is it? Besides being COLD....

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       AGAIN, below zero temperatures this morning but only at -7.  Warming up.  We had the cold weather advisory.  Schools are open today.  We have another very cold day today and a couple of gold nights ahead.  Otherwise, the light at the end of the tunnel is coming this weekend.  I have noticed that the cold has traveled to the south like Texas. I am wondering about Arizona, and Florida.  I will have to look that up.  Stay warm, stay safe.

Australia weather for Thursday Feb 20 will be cool at 71F(21C) but as we are warming up for the weekend.  It looks like they will warm up too.  On Saturday it is predicted to be 92F(33C).  Stay cool, stay safe.  

I just checked the weather for Jen in Powell Wyoming.  They are having a -17 this morning but it looks like their warmup will begin tomorrow.  Stay warm, stay safe. 
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I will share what I found out about wind chill.  I just think it will make me feel colder for sure. 
Brr! Do you feel that chill in the air? What is windchill? Basically, it combines the cooling effect of temperature and wind, driving down the “perceived” temperature. Interestingly, the wind does not change the temperature of the air; it’s changing your body’s temperature. See the Windchill Chart, how windchill is calculated, and how it all works.
What is Windchill?
The Windchill Temperature Index is a “measure of the combined cooling effect of wind and temperature.”
Let’s explain:  Have you ever noticed that you “feel” colder in the winter if the wind blows? You’re not imagining this! How cold it “feels” is not just about the temperature. It’s also about wind speed. The body is cooled faster as the wind speed increases, causing the skin temperature to drop.
Why? Our body keeps a “buffer” or thick layer of air next to our skin to help us regulate our body temperature (maintaining 98.6°F). Think of this buffer as an insulating jacket! A strong wind can disrupt this buffer layer, making us feel colder.
When the wind picks up speed, it draws more heat away, so if your skin is exposed to the wind, your body will cool faster than it would have on a still day.
Combining freezing temperatures with a frigid wind increases the danger of frostbite and hypothermia. In northern climates, it’s not uncommon to hear wind chill warnings where exposed flesh can freeze in less than a minute.
Windchill Temperature Chart
The wind chill chart isn’t technically measuring “how cold it feels,” even though your body will certainly notice it’s colder. It reflects the rate of heat loss on exposed skin.
Wind chill IS a good indicator of how long it will take for hypothermia or frostbite to occur.
Dangers of Windchill
Frostbite: Windchill actually causes your body tissue to freeze! Frostbite in body tissue that has frozen and usually starts with the fingers, toes, tips of the nose, and ear lobes. If you lose feeling in these areas or they are turning pale or white, immediately get inside and get medical attention.
Hypothermia: Hypothermia sets in when your body’s temperature drops too low. Uncontrollable shivering, disorientation, and incoherence are signs of this issue, and medical attention should be sought immediately. Learn about the signs of hypothermia.
In both cases, take care to rewarm the body very slowly.
Windchill Safety Tips
Be smart about windchill! Here are some common-sense safety tips:
Listening to the weather station. Windchill Warnings are issued when wind chill temperatures are life-threatening. Windchill Advisories are issued when windchill temperatures are potentially hazardous.
When there is low windchill, cover your exposed flesh, especially your face and hands! Consider a balaclava to cover your mouth and protect your lungs. Mittens are better than gloves.
Wear layers of loose-fitting, warm clothing, as the layers will trap air and provide insulation. Your outer shell should be water-repellent and hooded.
Always wear a hat.  STAY WARM..dress for this weather. 
Taken fromhttps://www.almanac.com/windchill-chart-united-states
Till next time this is Becky Litterer, Becky’s Greenhouse, Dougherty Iowa [email protected]  641-794-3337  cell 641-903-9365