Living in Arizona, you are certainly used to high temperatures, so by now you may have a routine nailed down. However, no matter if you do or you do not, it is always important to have a reminder of the ways to survive the high temperatures that are expected to continue in the state. All through the next week, and likely longer, temperatures are predicted to be in the 100s to 110s, meaning air conditioners will be working overtime to maintain healthy temperatures for everyone. Besides keeping the air conditioning running, there are some other things that are important to do in order to survive these high temperature days.

Most obviously, stay hydrated!

In any weather, staying hydrated is incredibly important, but it is especially important in high heat. Your body needs to be hydrated in order to function properly and in high temperatures, as you sweat more, you have to replenish that lost fluid more. Therefore, in these temperatures exceeding 100 degrees, you have to drink more water than you would regularly assume is necessary.

Another obvious one, wear sunscreen!

Again, this may be known, but a little reminder here and there is always helpful! Be sure to lather up your body and especially your face in sunscreen to keep yourself protected under any circumstances. We suggest wearing at least SPF 15, if not higher, if you plan to be out in the sun for any amount of time. It is best to apply it approximately 15 to 30 minutes before you go in the sun. Additionally, solidify your safety from sunburn and other sun causing ailments by wearing a hat and sunglasses for extra protection.

Insulate your house if you can.

This one is something not everyone necessarily thinks about doing. When you insulate your house, you block some of the heavy sunrays from getting in and raising the temperature. The quickest and easiest way to do this is to cover your windows with heavy drapes or shades. You can even put aluminum foil covered pieces of cardboard in your window, and this will help reflect the heat back outside, ultimately leading to a cooler indoors for you!

Some more commonly known, classic things to do in this summer heat is staying indoors, with air conditioning as much as possible and generally limiting strenuous activity. Limiting strenuous activity goes for both indoor and outdoor activities, but especially outdoor activities. No matter what, we hope you find ways to stay safe and have fun while we ride out these last few weeks of summer!