They say it’s not the heat, but the humidity. Well fret not, because the versatile Timex TX5170 electronic thermometer displays both at the same time. The compact unit–which sits unobtrusively on a desktop, table, or shelf–sports a three-line LCD panel with bold, conspicuous readouts. The top line displays the indoor temperature, the middle line displays the outdoor temperature, and the bottom line shows either the indoor relative humidity or the time, depending in your preference.

As a result, indoor outdoor thermometer can instantly gauge whether to wear shorts or pants on a seemingly mild summer day, make sure the humidity level is correct in the greenhouse, or crank the air conditioner as the afternoon progresses. The temperature readings range from 32 to 122 degrees F (0 to 50 degrees C) for the indoor temperature to -4 to 158 degrees F (-20 to 50 degrees C) for the outdoor temperature. The relative humidity, meanwhile, is measured on a scale of 20 to 90 percent, with the hygrometer performing best between 40 and 70 percent.

The taylor indoor outdoor thermometer display is remarkably easy to read–even from across the room–thanks to the bold digits and crisp readout. At the same time, the wireless indoor outdoor thermometer includes an integral minimum/maximum memory function that records the high and low temperatures of the day. The values are available at the push of a button, with a second button clearing and resetting the memory on command.

Best of all, the unit is notably compact at 2.88 by 5.44 by 0.81 inches (W x H x D), making it a great choice for home offices, backyard greenhouses, and everywhere in between.

The TX5170 comes with a wired, indoor outdoor thermometers weather-resistant temperature probe (with a 10-foot cord) for gauging the outdoor temperature, along with an integral folding stand. Because of the wired probe, the main unit will need to located near a window to enjoy the outdoor temperature functions. And should you want to mount the unit on a wall rather than place it on a shelf or desk, simply suspend it from its rear hanger hole (you’ll need to provide the nail or screw).

Great for the kitchen windowsill, the fireplace mantel or the mudroom, this digital indoor outdoor thermometer tells you temperatures indoors and out plus time at a glance. The main console receives temperature data from the included remote thermometer installable up to 330 feet away. The device records high and low temperatures to monitor the day’s lows and highs.