Where Should You Measure Temperature and Humidity in a Warehouse Malaysia?
Where Should You Measure Temperature and Humidity in a Warehouse Malaysia?
When checking temperature and humidity in a warehouse, taking only one reading near the entrance may not accurately represent conditions throughout the building.
Warehouses can have different environmental conditions around loading bays, storage racks, external walls, air-conditioning outlets and internal storage areas.
A portable temperature and humidity meter, such as the Benetech GM1361, allows personnel to walk around the warehouse and compare readings at multiple locations.
So, where should you measure?
1. Main Storage Area
Start with a representative location in the main storage area.
This provides a reference measurement that can later be compared with other parts of the warehouse.
Record both:
Temperature
Relative humidity (RH)
Avoid assuming this first measurement represents the entire warehouse.
2. Between Storage Racks
Measure where the products are actually stored.
Tall or densely arranged racks may influence air circulation, and conditions between racks may differ from open areas.
For larger warehouses, consider checking several rack locations rather than just one.
For example:
Rack Area A → Temperature + RH
Rack Area B → Temperature + RH
Rack Area C → Temperature + RH
The objective is to identify meaningful differences.
3. Near Loading Bays
Loading bays are particularly useful inspection points.
Doors may be opened frequently during receiving and dispatch operations, allowing outside air to enter.
In Malaysia's warm and humid environment, conditions near a loading area can differ from those deeper inside the warehouse.
Compare:
Loading Bay → Temperature + RH
with
Internal Storage Area → Temperature + RH
This can help determine whether conditions near the entrance are noticeably different.
4. Near External Walls
Areas close to external walls or roofing can experience different temperatures because of heat transfer and sun exposure.
If products are stored close to these areas, include them in your inspection route.
Pay particular attention to locations where staff have previously noticed unusual heat, dampness or condensation.
5. Near Air-Conditioning or Ventilation Outlets
If the warehouse uses air-conditioning or mechanical ventilation, take measurements around relevant outlets and compare them with locations farther away.
This does not by itself diagnose HVAC performance, but it provides useful environmental information for maintenance personnel.
If significant differences are detected, further HVAC or airflow investigation may be required.
6. Rear or Corner Areas
Do not inspect only the easiest locations to access.
Rear sections and corners can have different environmental conditions from central areas.
Include these areas when performing a systematic warehouse inspection.
7. Areas Where Problems Have Been Reported
If employees report that cartons feel damp or a particular area feels unusually warm or humid, take measurements directly at that location.
Then compare the result with a normal area.
For example:
Normal Storage Zone → Measure
Reported Problem Zone → Measure
Comparing the two readings provides more useful information than inspecting the problem area alone.
A Simple Warehouse Measurement Route
A basic warehouse temperature and humidity inspection could follow this route:
Point 1 Main entrance
↓
Point 2 Loading bay
↓
Point 3 Main storage racks
↓
Point 4 Rear storage racks
↓
Point 5 External wall area
↓
Point 6 Air-conditioning or ventilation area
↓
Point 7 Reported problem location
Record the temperature and relative humidity at each point.
Over time, using a consistent inspection route can make comparisons easier.
Using the Benetech GM1361
The Benetech GM1361 Temperature & Humidity Meter is suitable for this type of walk-around inspection because it provides portable environmental temperature and relative humidity measurement.
Typical applications include:
Warehouse inspection
Factory maintenance
HVAC checks
Facility management
Storage areas
Laboratories
Food storage environments
Logistics facilities
For a technician who needs to check several locations during one inspection, a handheld meter can be more practical than leaving an instrument permanently at one point.
Allow the Reading to Stabilize
When moving from one area to another, especially between environments with noticeably different conditions, allow sufficient time for the meter reading to respond and stabilize.
Avoid rushing through the warehouse and recording values immediately after arriving at each measurement point.
Consistent measurement practices help make comparisons between locations more meaningful.
What If the Warehouse Humidity Changes During the Day?
A handheld meter tells you the conditions at the time you take the measurement.
It cannot tell you what happened several hours earlier when nobody was measuring.
If the problem occurs only at certain timesfor example:
Humidity rises in the afternoon
Temperature increases after loading operations begin
Conditions change overnight
continuous monitoring may be more appropriate.
A temperature and humidity data logger, such as the Benetech GM1365, can be considered for these applications.
The difference is straightforward:
Benetech GM1361 → Walk around and perform spot checks
Benetech GM1365 → Leave in position and record over time
Should You Measure at Only One Height?
The appropriate measurement position depends on the application, warehouse layout and what is being monitored.
For general troubleshooting, the important principle is to take measurements that represent the actual areas of concern rather than choosing only the most convenient location.
For product-specific storage requirements, follow the relevant storage procedures and manufacturer recommendations.
Create a Simple Warehouse Monitoring Record
For routine inspections, personnel can record:
Date
Time
Measurement location
Temperature
Relative humidity
Observation
For example:
LocationTemperatureRHObservationLoading BayRecord readingRecord readingDoor frequently openMain Rack AreaRecord readingRecord readingNormalRear WarehouseRecord readingRecord readingCheck ventilationProblem AreaRecord readingRecord readingCompare with main area
This creates a simple environmental inspection record and makes unusual conditions easier to investigate.
When Should You Investigate Further?
A temperature and humidity meter provides measurement information; it does not automatically identify why a condition exists.
If measurements reveal an unexpected difference, further investigation may involve:
HVAC operation
Ventilation
Airflow
Door opening
Outdoor air infiltration
Moisture sources
Building conditions
Production activities
Additional instruments may be required depending on the suspected cause.
Temperature and Humidity Meter for Warehouse Malaysia
For warehouse operators who need to perform portable environmental spot checks, the Benetech GM1361 Temperature & Humidity Meter is one option to consider.
MTM Precision supplies Benetech environmental measurement instruments for warehouse, factory, HVAC, logistics and facility maintenance applications in Malaysia.
For continuous monitoring applications, suitable temperature and humidity data loggers are also available.
Contact MTM Precision
MTM Precision Sdn Bhd
No. 29-1 & 29-2, Jalan Bandar 18
Pusat Bandar Puchong
47160 Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia
Website: www.mtmpre.com.my
WhatsApp: +6016-660 7346
Email: mtmpre@yahoo.com
Contact MTM Precision for Benetech GM1361 Temperature & Humidity Meter Malaysia and suitable warehouse environmental monitoring instruments.
05 Sep 2026
