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ST Explains: Why has it been so hot, and are some parts of Singapore warmer than others?
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The mercury hit new highs in Singapore over the last two months.
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SINGAPORE - High humidity can irritate but combine that with low wind speeds, for example, and it will get even more uncomfortable.
Weather scientists say that explains why it can feel hotter than what the thermometer may be showing.
