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 !
Get those freezer ice packs for keeping lunch cold or a specialized gel pillow and put in the freezer, then wrap it in several blanket layers and place on your head when sleeping.
A fan can help too.
I sleep with a fan right to my face. I also have no AC, and 27°C summer nights are normal where I am. It’s so uncomfortable!
As someone who grew up sleeping through hot and humid nights, I’d recommend a stand fan or any kind of fan that’s fairly strong and cotton sheets. Keep your window and door open to allow for good air circulation in your room so that it wouldn’t become humid and musty-feeling.
I usually have the fan’s back facing either the window or the door. I also prefer the cold air blowing on my feet because it makes me feel like my whole body’s being cooled down. Hope this helps!
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Sorry for your situation. Trying to sleep when it’s too hot is no fun. I recommend getting as much air circulation as possible. It makes a big difference. Fans will be your best friend. And switching to lightweight sheets, blankets, and sleeping nude might help. Good luck!
On the hot hot hot days in summer I wet a cloth and lay it on me usually on my chest. It does dry out your skin a little over time/days but it’s worth being able to fall asleep imo.
