How do the Spanish deal with the heat?
How do the Spanish deal with the heat? But, unlike the UK, Spain does pride itself on knowing how to cope with the heat, especially in Madrid and farther south. People know when to walk in the shade, when to keep the persianas (roller shutters) down, and when to raise and lower the toldos (awnings) to keep the sun's rays from boring into flats and houses.
Is Spain too hot to live in?
However, over the last few years summer temperatures have been so high so often that ordinary life in Spain is becoming, well, unliveable. In 2022, during an intense heatwave, a scientist at Spain's National Research Council (CSIC) stated that that year's summer would be “one of the coolest for the rest of our lives”.
Is Madrid unbearable in the summer?
July and August are Madrid's hottest months. Daytime temperatures will stay at 31°C (88°F) or above, but there are many unbearably hot days at 35°C to 40°C. This can be unpleasant, so if you dislike hot weather, you are advised not to visit Madrid in mid-summer.
How to survive Spanish summer?
- Take cool showers rather than warm ones. If you have trouble getting to sleep taking a cool shower just before going to bed can help cool down.
- Stay inside Air Conditioned places or in the shade. Especially in the hottest parts of the day.