Definition & calculation
Numerator: Number of surveyed cold-climate assisted households whose shelter maintains a safe indoor temperature throughout the cold season (self-reported adequacy and/or measured against an agreed threshold)
Denominator: Total number of assisted households in cold-climate areas surveyed
Divide the number of surveyed cold-climate households whose shelter maintains a safe indoor temperature during winter (via reported adequacy and/or measured readings against an agreed threshold) by all surveyed cold-climate households, multiplied by 100.
Formula: (Numerator ÷ Denominator) × 100
Means of verification
Winterization outcome monitoring survey, with optional spot temperature measurement during shelter visits
Interpretation
Direction: Higher is better
Typical reporting frequency: Baseline, midline and endline (or annual)
Guidance & common pitfalls
Use in cold-climate and winterization responses; captures thermal performance (insulation, sealing, heating) as a narrower construct distinct from general protection from the weather and elements. Account for safe heating practices, since unsafe heating creates carbon-monoxide and fire risks. Define the temperature threshold in advance where measurement is used.
This library is a curated reference to adapt, aligned generically with recognised humanitarian frameworks (Sphere, cluster registries, IASC, CHS and others). It is not an official indicator registry — always use the exact indicator definitions your donor or cluster requires.
Related indicators
- % of assisted households reporting their shelter adequately protects them from adverse weather and the elements
- % of assisted households reporting they feel secure from the threat of forced eviction from the land or shelter they occupy
- % of assisted households satisfied with the quality, quantity and timeliness of shelter and NFI assistance received
- % of assisted households with essential non-food items still functional and in regular use at follow-up