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Just returned from Mexico City. While temperature was around 75 to 80 degrees it seemed about 15 degrees warmer. So, yes it does seem hotter in higher altitudes.

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How do high altitudes affect temperature?

High altitudes generally have lower temperatures compared to lower altitudes. This is because the air at higher altitudes is less dense and can hold less heat, leading to cooler temperatures.


What is the altitude of various cloud types?

Cirrus clouds are found at high altitudes, typically above 20,000 feet. Cumulus clouds are often found at lower to middle altitudes, usually between 6,500 to 20,000 feet. Stratus clouds form at low altitudes, below 6,500 feet. Nimbostratus clouds can extend through a wide range of altitudes, from low to high, depending on the vertical development of the cloud system.


Why does the sun feel hotter at higher elevations?

The sun feels hotter at higher elevations because the air is thinner, which means there are fewer molecules to absorb and scatter the sun's heat. This results in more direct sunlight reaching the surface, making it feel hotter.


Why do hot and humid summer days feel hotter than hot and dry summer days?

The evaporation of your perspiration is lessened when there is high humidity, making it more difficult for the body to cool itself off. It is not the act of sweating that cools you off, but the evaporation of the sweat.


Why does it feel warmer at higher altitudes?

At higher altitudes, the air pressure decreases, causing the air molecules to spread out more. This makes it harder for the air to trap heat, leading to a decrease in temperature. However, the sun's rays are more direct at higher altitudes, which can make it feel warmer during the day despite the lower overall temperature.