The humidity in the basement measured 40 the first floor was 45 50 but the attic was 62.
Attic humidity in summer.
With outside temperatures ranging between 5 f and 95 f attic temperatures range between 48 f and 92 f.
Since your attic can effortlessly soar above 95 degrees on average it s best to make sure that this space doesn t reach ten degrees above the day s forecast as many industry professionals can agree on.
High indoor humidity in summer after replacing attic fiberglass batts with celluose insulation.
Only about 10 of the hip roof is shaded so it gets plenty of direct sunlight.
The results are that the attic temperature is close to the outside temperature but the relative humidity is significantly higher in the attic than either the indoor or outdoor readings.
Hot summer weather poses the opposite problem for maintaining recommended attic temperatures.
It s easy to measure the levels in your home by using a hygrometer.
80 90 f inside humidity levels.
Ideal attic temperature and humidity settings cold outdoor temperatures affect attics.
So what is the most comfortable humidity level for your home in summer.
June 2016 in indoor air quality.
If there is excessive moisture accumulation in your attic it will condense on cold areas mainly on the underside of your roof deck.
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High temperatures inside your attic shorten the life span of shingles.
Moisture accumulation is most significant when outside temperatures are very cold because air holds less moisture as the temperature decreases.
Cold outdoor temperatures especially below freezing can wear on your furnace.
Excessive heat deteriorates items you store in the attic and can cause moisture problems in your house.
May june outside humidity levels.
Advani hopes to finish the attic and install a minisplit although he s not sure that will lower the humidity.
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