humidity

The opening days of the championships were dominated by discussion around the conditions the athletes had to contend with - particularly in the endurance events - as temperatures exceeding 30C were accompanied by stifling humidity above 90%.

My only defense is this: it’s nearly impossible to spot summer’s end while simmering in our signature brew of heat and humidity, juggling house repairs all the while.

For the rest of the week, Southern California will feel more like “Florida West,” forecasters said, as remnants of Tropical Storm Mario move north, boosting humidity and the chance for strong thunderstorms.

“It’s just going to be a bit more uncomfortable with that extra humidity moving in,” he said.

With temperatures of about 30C accompanied by intense humidity continuing to pose a challenge to the athletes in the Japanese capital, Cairess was unable to complete the men's marathon.