Dew point
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-000698
(Abbrev. DWPT) - A measure of atmospheric moisture. It is the temperature to which air must be cooled in order to reach saturation (assuming air pressure and moisture content are constant). A higher dew point indicates more moisture present in the air. It is sometimes referred to as Dew Point Temperature, and sometimes written as one word (Dewpoint).
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-000698 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| References | NWS Glossary |
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