What is the hottest temperature that a human can survive without dying? I’ve heard people are in certain parts of California and it 122 degrees Ferenheit. Is it physically possible for a human body to withstand that type of heat?
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Between 104-122 is when humans enter a high risk zone, and need plenty of water and rest. 122 is on the high end of that and, if coupled with humidity, can quickly result in heat stroke and death. Especially for the elderly or people who have to labor outside. When it’s dry, you can still sweat and get the benefit of evaporative cooling. But if humidity is high, 122 can become lethal super fast since sweating is no longer effective.
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