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What is 'corn sweat,' and does it affect Midwest humidity?
See how corn sweat affects humidity and summer heat in states like Ohio. Explore the science behind how cornfields contribute ...
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'Corn sweat' drives up humidity in Ohio as midsummer heat wave hits Midwest region
The millions of acres of corn grown in states like Ohio, Illinois and Iowa perspire just like any other plant. A single acre ...
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“Corn Sweat” Making Ohio Valley Summers Feel Like the Tropics, Says National Weather Service
If you’ve ever stepped outside during an Ohio Valley summer and wondered why it feels more like the Gulf Coast than the ...
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‘Corn Sweat’: How much does it actually affect humidity levels?
Mid-July to mid-August is when crops in the Midwest release the most water because of the combination of their maturity and ...