My first assumption was based on "evaporation causes cooling" but I realized that it is not the case as it is cooler even if I am submerged under it. Are all liquids generally cooler than air ?
Just curious.
Thermodynamics – Why Does Water Feel Cooler Than Air?
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Best Answer
Firstly, to make a valid comparison between how water and air 'feels' on your skin, two conditions would need to be met:
If those conditions are met then water would certainly feel cooler than air. Several factors are responsible for this.