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Is "corn sweat," or evapotranspiration, to blame for the heat and humidity in the Midwest? Here's what to know.
See how corn sweat affects humidity and summer heat in states like Ohio. Explore the science behind how cornfields contribute ...
In Iowa, corn pumps out "a staggering 49 to 56 billion gallons of water into the atmosphere each day" throughout the state, ...
Corn sweat, a Midwestern phenomenon, could increase humidity levels in already-sweltering states—from Ohio to ...
Another heat wave is expected in Wisconsin this week. Here's how a scientific process nicknamed "corn sweat" could be making ...
The millions of acres of corn grown in states like Ohio, Illinois and Iowa perspire just like any other plant. A single acre ...
Corn sweat certainly contributes to Ohio's humidity, but it isn't the primary source, according to NWS meteorologist Matthew Campbell. Humidity and heat coming to the Ohio Valley this week are due to ...
An acre of corn can release 3,000 to 4,000 gallons of water into the atmosphere a day, increasing 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 ...
A phenomenon called "corn sweats" could exacerbate the impacts of the extreme heat blanketing a large portion of the U.S., according to experts.
If you've ever wondered why it may feel so tropical in the Ohio Valley region during the summer, the answer might not be what ...
What is "corn sweat," and how does it contribute to rising heat and humidity in Illinois? See what experts say.