it's the same reason why holding your hand above a red hot pan is less hot than putting your hand directly on the red hot pan.
the transfer for heat, or cold (actually thermal conductivity of heat, or energy, is transferred to a colder area, or an area with less energy) is more efficient with liquids & solids, than air.
wisedoormat t1_iyd908m wrote
Reply to ELI5: Why do 26°C (78°F) feel colder in the water than 26°C (78°F) air temperature? by GrooveBeatz
it's like this..
it's the same reason why holding your hand above a red hot pan is less hot than putting your hand directly on the red hot pan.
the transfer for heat, or cold (actually thermal conductivity of heat, or energy, is transferred to a colder area, or an area with less energy) is more efficient with liquids & solids, than air.