Summer is in full power here in Kerala, India. Concrete radiating heat and rooms are hot even at night.
Have seen people mention things like blackout curtains, reflective or white paint on the roof etc.
Have upped hydration and am now sleeping with windows open, with a mat on the floor.
What all things do the people in your locality do? Or if you have any specific insight into cost-effective techniques or so, could you kindly share them?
Thanks in advance
Fans. Keep a paper/manual one on you are all times, as backup if you have a battery powered one. On those do your research to find one with a good battery.
If you’re running your A/C you can set it at a higher temperature if you run a ceiling fan or upright fan at the same time.
Don’t wear black or dark colors.
Cooling packs in the freezer, wrap a towel around it, put it on your head, hold it on your hands.
Just a wet cloth around your neck is great when you’re out and about.
Fans is so good in high humid places because the movement of the air actually let your sweat evaporate and perform its cooling effect as intended.
A lot of A/C also works as a dehumidifier that helps on that front and keep you feeling cool indoors.