The weather forecast issued on April 23 mentioned the highest temperature at 35 degrees Celsius, the lowest at 27 degrees Celsius and the highest feeling of the day at 53 degrees Celsius.
According to the Southern and Central Highlands Hydrometeorological Station, the value mentioned is surface temperature, specifically the temperature measured at concrete and asphalt surfaces at the time of direct sunlight - not the usual temperature or air temperature.
This is often significantly higher than the air temperature absorbed by urban surfaces and retains strong heat under harsh heat conditions.
The announcement of this information aims to support functional units such as the electricity, healthcare, transportation, etc. to be proactive in coordinating and adjusting activities appropriately in extreme weather conditions.
In terms of perceived temperature, this is a calculated index from factors such as air temperature, moisture and wind - reflects the heat level that the human body really feels. This index is included in the newsletter with a reference, in order to support the community - especially the groups that are easily affected such as the elderly, young children, outdoor workers - with appropriate preparation in hot waves. In fact, the perceived temperature is much lower than the temperature measured at the concrete surface as mentioned above.
Therefore, some of the cited information is incomplete or incorrect in nature, leading to misunderstandings in the community.
