Also the higher the indoor humidity the more insulation is needed to avoid condensation.
Insulation entirely above roof deck.
The ratio of insulation above the roof deck or air permeable insulation below the roof deck is a matter of climate and interior conditions.
This meets the requirements of section 5 1 4.
Placing all of the iecc code required insulation above the roof deck with a vapor retarder will provide acceptable hygrothermal performance in all climate zones figure 7.
Generally more insulation is needed for condensation control in colder climates.
Roofing with insulation entirely above deck a roof with all insulation 1 installed above outside of the roof structure and 2 continuous i e uninterrupted by framing members.
Insulation entirely below the roof deck.