I am from Eastern Europe and this is the hottest summer on my memory. For at least 3 consecutive years the heat is breaking all records.

This stuff is unbearable, I can’t even play video games on my laptop, because it warms up very fast and the keyboard becomes uncomfortable for me to use.

So, could you please share any useful tips on how do you survive the summer?

  • AttackBunny@beehaw.orgEnglish
    4·
    1 year ago

    San Diegan here. Beach. That’s what we all do. Pool works too. And of course AC.

    Get as much cold air inside overnight as possible then close all the doors and windows a little after sunrise. If your house is well insulated it’ll keep it relatively cool until after lunch. Also, keep the blinds closed on the side of the house actively getting sun.

    Light weight or moisture wicking clothes.

    Fans. Lots of them.

    Damp washcloth on your neck or a spray bottle to mist yourself. If you want to step that up, put the washcloth in the freezer for a bit then wipe your face/neck down.

    • Scrumpletin@lemmy.fmhy.mlEnglish
      2·
      1 year ago

      O snap get to be that guy from Arizona. I was visiting SD last week, I had to wear a jacket half the day.

      • AttackBunny@beehaw.orgEnglish
        2·
        1 year ago

        If it makes you feel better, so do I. I’m ALWAYS cold. I’m built for desert weather (except your stupid monsoon season. Fuck that noise).

        Everyone’s going on and on about how hot it is this last week, and I’m like guys it’s barely been touched 90 like twice. I’ve been in heaven. I’m finally not cold all the time.