How do you cope with excessive heat?

[Tarifa]

We're having a heat wave since about 2 weeks in practically the whole Spanish peninsula, with daytime temperatures between 35 and 40 degrees Celcius (95 to 105 Fahrenheit) and nights around 25 degrees Celcius (77 Fahrenheit). Add to that loads of forest fires and the ambient heat is hard to bear.

What temps are you experiencing where you live or where you are at present? And how do you cope with it? Swimming pools and seashore strolls are straightforward choices, if you have those nearby. What else?

[aaron13547]

I tell myself that 123 years ago there was no such think. We as people have only been spoiled in the last 100 years or so before that the solution was to learn to deal with it... so I work outside when it's hot push myself to be in when I don't want to be and it makes it no so bad when you don't think about it. Being able to do things others dont want to do makes you stronger. And I tell myself stuff like that so it's not so bad as so as to get use to it... also I'm extra grateful when the heatwave is gone. Lol

[aaron13547]

No such thing as a/c*

[DryGermanGuy]

All windows open at night - cools the whole house/apartment down.

[thegreenyogi]

Well I drink plenty of water and try to do everything outdoors in the early hours before sunrise. Stay indoors for the rest of the day. And limit screen time.

[jazzy34]

We’re pretty much under a heat advisory every day here, lol. My recommendation would be to stay hydrated and stay cool.

[OneViewpoint]

• A/C
• Shift activities to early morning or evening.
• Fans
• Don't use the oven or cooktop.
• Slow it down. Lazy pace.
• Siestas in the afternoon.

[matchrestore]

Luckily my house is fairly well insulated and air sealed, and my air conditioner can keep up even when it's 20+ degrees F warmer outside than inside so I can always retreat indoors.

[douride2]

I don't do well in the heat. When it's hot I tend to do very little work out doors. I would sooner take the cold of winter.

[Tarifa]

Maybe that's why I prefer autumn: still nice weather during the day, with cooler nights.

[sage2021]

I stay inside by the air conditioner.

[DrPepper12]

What is thing thing you speak of "excessive heat"?

[Tarifa]

With excessive, I mean it's so hot outside that it gets in the way of things you would normally do. Where I live, southern Spain, it's too hot to go for a walk after 9 a. m. It's too hot at midday when you have to take the car and drive somewhere or pick up someone. It's still so hot after sunset that you crave for a spot with even the slighest breeze.

[DrPepper12]

Sounds like paradise to me!! 35° and full 🌕 everyday!!