Enter temperature and wind speed to calculate wind chill
Wind Chill Formula
Uses the NWS (National Weather Service) formula: Wind Chill = 35.74 + 0.6215×T - 35.75×V0.16 + 0.4275×T×V0.16
Note: Wind chill is calculated when temperature is at or below 50°F (10°C) and wind speed is above 3 mph (5 km/h).
About This Calculator
Wind Chill Calculator - Calculate Feels Like Temperature
Calculate the wind chill temperature using the NWS (National Weather Service) formula. Find out how cold it really feels based on actual temperature and wind speed.
How to Use This Calculator
Inputs:
- Temperature: Enter the actual air temperature
- Temperature Unit: Choose between Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C)
- Wind Speed: Enter the current wind speed
- Wind Speed Unit: Choose between mph or km/h
Output:
- Wind Chill Temperature: The "feels like" temperature
- Frostbite Warning: Alerts when conditions are dangerous
What is Wind Chill?
Wind chill is the perceived decrease in air temperature felt by the body on exposed skin due to the flow of air. It takes into account both the actual air temperature and the wind speed.
The wind chill temperature is always lower than the actual air temperature when there is wind. This is because wind removes the thin layer of warm air that surrounds your skin, making you feel colder.
The NWS Wind Chill Formula
The National Weather Service (NWS) wind chill formula was updated in 2001 to more accurately reflect the effect of wind on exposed skin:
Wind Chill (°F) = 35.74 + 0.6215×T - 35.75×V0.16 + 0.4275×T×V0.16
Where:
- T = Actual temperature in °F
- V = Wind speed in mph
Frostbite Safety Thresholds
The NWS provides specific wind chill thresholds for frostbite risk:
| Wind Chill (°F) | Risk Level | Time to Frostbite |
|---|---|---|
| 32°F to 20°F | Low | Generally safe |
| 20°F to -10°F | Moderate | 30 minutes or more |
| High | 10-30 minutes | |
| Below -30°F | Very High | 5-10 minutes |
Important: These times assume exposed skin. With proper clothing, frostbite risk is significantly reduced.
Tips for Cold Weather Safety
- Layer up: Wear multiple layers of loose-fitting clothing
- Cover exposed skin: Use hats, gloves, scarves, and face masks
- Stay dry: Wet clothing dramatically increases heat loss
- Limit exposure: Take frequent breaks in warm areas
- Check on others: Monitor elderly and vulnerable individuals
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