Apparent temperature

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Apparent temperature is the general term for the perceived outdoor temperature, caused by the combined effects of air temperature, relative humidity and wind speed.

Specifically, in Cumulus, a formula from the BOM is used: http://www.bom.gov.au/info/thermal_stress/#atapproximation