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Wind Chill Calculator
Estimate wind chill temperature from air temperature and wind speed.
FormulaWind chill uses Fahrenheit temperature and wind speed in mph
Formula
Wind chill approximation
This is an apparent-temperature estimate. Follow local weather service warnings for exposure risk.
Wind chill uses Fahrenheit temperature and wind speed in mph
30 F with 15 mph wind feels colder than calm 30 F air.
FAQ6 common questions for this calculator.
FAQs
Why does wind make it feel colder?+
Wind removes heat faster from exposed skin.
What inputs are required?+
Enter air temperature in Fahrenheit and wind speed in miles per hour.
How does the Wind Chill Calculator calculate the result?+
For the Wind Chill Calculator, it uses the Wind chill approximation: Wind chill uses Fahrenheit temperature and wind speed in mph. 30 F with 15 mph wind feels colder than calm 30 F air.
What information do I need to use the Wind Chill Calculator?+
For the Wind Chill Calculator, enter air temperature and wind speed. Keep the units consistent with the calculator fields and compare your setup with the worked example on the page.
How accurate is the Wind Chill Calculator?+
Wind Chill Calculator is accurate for the values and assumptions entered on this page. It uses the Wind chill approximation. Recheck the inputs before relying on the estimate.
What should I check before using the Wind Chill Calculator result?+
For the Wind Chill Calculator, check that the units, inputs, and assumptions match your situation. Change one input at a time to understand which values have the largest effect on the result.
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How to use the Wind Chill Calculator
Estimate wind chill temperature from air temperature and wind speed. The page also explains the wind chill approximation and shows a practical example: 30 F with 15 mph wind feels colder than calm 30 F air.
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Enter your details
Enter air temperature and wind speed, then complete any other fields shown in the calculator.
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Check the calculation
Review the result alongside the wind chill approximation: Wind chill uses Fahrenheit temperature and wind speed in mph.
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Compare scenarios
Change one or more inputs to see how they affect the wind Chill Calculator result before you use the estimate.