4 Ways to Beat the Low Humidity When RVing in the Desert

Say goodbye to nosebleeds and chapped lips!

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Last week, I shared some of the effects desert dryness can have on our rigs and ourselves. Some symptoms are painfully annoying, while others are dangerous and undetectable.

Knowing how to monitor and manage the humidity levels in your RV can ensure you have a comfortable tiny home on wheels and avoid potential medical issues. It can also help you avoid costly RV repairs and parts replacements.

We all know drinking water is an obvious necessity. But what else can you do to protect yourself and your RV?

1. Know your comfortable humidity levels.

People react differently to varying levels of humidity. You’ll need to know which levels work best for you. Ideally, you should maintain humidity levels from 30% to 55% in your rig to protect your health and your RV’s longevity.

But, how do you know the humidity levels? Easy. You use a hygrometer. You can get them cheaply for under $5 in some places. However, I recommend getting one that is either: