Cooling Degree Days and Energy Needs

Stormshield Chief Meteorologist Bread Anthony discusses cooling degree days, a measure of how much air conditioning is needed based on temperature. He explains how to calculate them and compares current summer temperatures to past years, highlighting the impact on energy bills. The video suggests adjusting thermostats to save on costs due to increased temperatures.

What is the primary purpose of cooling degree days?

• To predict rainfall

• To measure the need for heating

• To measure the need for air conditioning

• To determine wind speed

How is a cooling degree day calculated?

• By adding the high and low temperatures of the day

• By subtracting the average temperature from 65 degrees

• By calculating the wind chill factor

• By measuring the humidity levels

What is the significance of accumulating cooling degree days over the summer?

• To calculate the average rainfall

• To predict winter snowfall

• To determine the amount of energy needed for cooling

• To measure the length of daylight

How many cooling degree days were used from June 1st to July 4th this year?

• 445

• 700

• 556

• 603

What was the percentage increase in energy bills compared to last June?

• 5%

• 8%

• 10%

• 12%