Eli5: Why does the same thermostat temperature feel different in different seasons?

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Why is it that when I set my thermostat to 73° F in the winter it is comfortable. However, 73° F in the summer feels uncomfortably hot? Shouldn’t the same temperature feel the same indoors in a controlled environment (via the thermostat)?

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It’s probably more humid in the summer. With more moisture in the air sweat from the pores doesnt move out of your body/evaporate as quickly. So more heat stays on your skin. If it was the same humidity and temp you would feel the same

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