Odczuwalność cieplna w okresie zimowym w rejonie Polskiej Stacji Polarnej w Hornsundzie w latach 1991-2000

Evaluation of thermal conditions on polar station is the subject of this paper. Calculations based on the Polish Polar Station in Hornsund data at 06, 12 and 18 GMT in the period 1991-2000. Three bio-meteorological indices were analyzed: Wind Chill Index (WCI) according to Siple-Passel formula (1945), Wind Chill Temperature Index (WCTI) based on new American and Canadian formula (2002) and Insulation Predicted (Iclp) according to Burton-Edholm formula (1955). Hypothermic conditions were noticed most often (60-90%) during considered period. Comfortable thermal conditions took below 10% causes per month only. The risk of frostbite of exposed skin could be noticed from November to April from 1% to over 18% causes per moth. The most severe conditions were occurred in February. There is a necessary to use clothes of over 4 clo thermal insulation and wind-protectors for most of considered period. There is also the need for keeping active, covering exposed skin and being ready to short outdoor activities.