Hey everyone!

I’ll cut straight to the chase: I’ve been living in the Netherlands these last couple years, and due to it being close to the sea and other factors it is usually quite windy and comfortably cool.

Cue one of the hottest summers we’ve had in a while and now my cold-seasoned self cannot get used to it being 27°C at night, and as such I find myself writing this at 3AM on a Sunday night.

I live in a shitty small apartment with no AC and my window barely opens, so I’m wondering if anyone has some tips for dealing with this (or if you don’t then you’re welcome to join me in complaining about the weather (I am very bored)).

Thanks and have a nice day !

  • sarsaparilyptus@beehaw.orgEnglish
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    1 year ago

    I grew up in a part of the USA with cold, snowy winters and hot, humid summers in a house with no AC. The following are your new best friends in summertime:

    • Put your fan in the window blowing out. This will pull cooler inside air through your room and out.
    • Ice packs, the reusable kind. Always have one with you and one in the freezer. Apply to your ribs, armpits, inner thighs, and neck, wherever blood flows. Don’t overdo it, though, it can damage your skin in extended contact.
    • If you can’t get ice packs, a wet towel on your head and neck helps a lot.
    • Wearing light, breathable clothing is better for thermal regulation than being naked. Cotton shirts and certain polyester/spandex moisture-wicking shirts like sports jerseys and exercise clothes are great for staying cool.
    • Ice water. I know it’s not too common over there, but trust me on this. Your goals are to continually lower your core body temperature and keep your hydration up, so get your water as cold as possible and drink 4L a day.