This weekend the ‘African beast’ has burst into Spain, giving rise to the first heat wave of the summer. This Sunday temperatures of up to 45 degrees Celsius are expected in the Guadalquivir valley, so it is interesting to know what is the ideal temperature to put the air conditioning on . It is about finding the balance point between being comfortable at home and not having the electricity bill skyrocket due to excessive consumption.
The first thing to keep in mind is that there should not be a difference of more than 12 degrees Celsius between the outside and inside temperatures . Surely if you come from the street with a lot of heat you will be tempted to lower it further. Well, this is just what you should avoid. Remember that the body brings heat from the street and it takes a few minutes to acclimatize. So, make yourself comfortable, sit down to rest and you will see how quickly you feel much better.
In the summer months, experts recommend that the air conditioning temperature be between 24 and 26 degrees Celsius . The temperature that provides the necessary thermal comfort without affecting excessive consumption is considered. Each degree less that you put the appliance will increase the electricity bill by 8%.
Sleeping with the air conditioning: yes or no?
Although it seems like a good idea to sleep with the air conditioning on since minimum temperatures of 23 and 24 degrees are expected in some parts of the country, it is something totally discouraged for several reasons.
Maintaining this practice for a long time can lead to dehydration , which can lead to headaches. In addition, the humidity of the environment is reduced, so the eyes and skin become dry. And finally, if it is too cold you can suffer muscle contractures.
What can you do to sleep fresh without air conditioning ? These are some of the tips we give you.
- Of course, you have to keep the blinds down and the curtains closed during the day.
- When it gets dark, open the bedroom door and windows to let it air out.
- Choose breathable cotton fabrics for both bedding and pajamas. In addition, it is preferable that you use light colored fabrics.
- Try to eat light dinners . When you digest your body temperature increases, so try to keep your stomach working as little as possible.
- Try to keep the pulse points of the body cool to have less heat: ankles, elbows, wrists and neck.
