What is “wind chill”, and how is it calculated? Check out this resource from the National Weather Service. There is a wind chill calculator and a graph showing wind chill as a function of temperature (Fahrenheit) on the X-axis and wind speed on the Y-axis. The graph gives a us a “frostbite indicator”, by which people can learn how long it is safe to be outdoors in wind chill conditions. http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/winter/windchill.shtml
This weather phenomenon gives us a chance to practice skills in reading graphs and in learning some weather-related science! It is also important information for human health and safety. The National Weather Service offers health and safety tips for severe weather conditions. You’ll find answers to many questions about wind chill here: http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/winter/faqs.shtml
Many places in central and eastern United States have wind chill warnings in place for the next several days. How is the weather where you live? Do you use weather-related information in teaching and learning? Please let us know about any additional resources that you’ve found to be useful. Have you found videos that are helpful in explaining weather-related issues and the science behind them?