Do you mean a reticulated python or ball python?
I'd recommend using an accurite gauge that has two temp readers and humidity reader. If you live in the States (not sure if you do or not) you can pick one up in Walmart for 12 bucks.
Here's a link: http://m.acurite.com/environment/hum...red-probe.html
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