Southern California is experiencing unusual humidity this summer. The region is not typically known for being humid during this time of year. However, for almost a month, the area has been seeing higher than normal humidity levels.

The dew point in downtown Los Angeles recently reached almost 70 degrees, which is higher than the normal level of around 60 degrees. Scientists consider humidity to be uncomfortable when the dew point is above 65 degrees. Further details about the cause of this unusual humidity are available from the National Weather Service and other sources.