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  • Large versions of these are often used in greenhouses for temperature control, so they do in fact work as advertised.

    Water is very good at absorbing thermal energy, far better than air. The moist pads are drawing thermal energy out of the air and storing it in the water, reducing the air temperature. Some water eventually evaporates, but in a gaseous state this water still retains the thermal energy it absorbed from the air, causing a noticeable decrease in air temperature, as well as a slight increase in humidity.

    Put a very dry cloth in front of the cooler to trap water vapor, every now and again relocate the now damp cloth outside of the room being cooled, and replace it with a fresh dry cloth.