By: Kyrie Sismaet By: Kyrie Sismaet | August 30, 2022 | Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Travel & Recreation, City Life, Travel, Movies, Entertainment, Local, Community,
While the San Francisco Bay Area is known for its temperate climate and pleasantly chilly summers, heat waves do occur here, and these should definitely be approached with the appropriate actions.
Extreme heat fluctuations can have different and even severe effects on various people and age groups, especially those already vulnerable with other underlying conditions or sensitivities. We have your guide on how to beat the heat effectively, as the relentless sun and dry atmosphere shouldn't have to put a damper on your plans when you take proper precautions and pick the right activities.
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It is vitally crucial to drink beverages during this sweat-inducing weather, and by constantly drinking water, you can replenish your hydration at a steady and healthy level. If you want to have some fun while you quench your thirst, you can definitely duck into any of our great cocktail bars that offer creative and flavorful spiked slushies that will definitely chill you out.
See our list for The Coolest San Francisco Bars For Frozen Cocktails & Boozy Slushies
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When it's sweltering out but you still want to be entertained, movie theatres offer the perfect air-conditioned solace! During summers are when the best films both indie and blockbuster are released, and the Bay Area is home to an amazing amount of small independent movie houses to support and hang out in.
Click here to Catch The Best Indie Titles and Old Classics At These Bay Area Independent Movie Theaters
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San Francisco's premier art scene lends the perfect scenic indoor reprieve from the unbearable outdoor heat. From the more well-known SFMOMA and DeYoung, to the more niche Beat Museum and Institute of Illegal Images, our uniquely exclusive museums make for the ideal cove to both get away from home and the outdoors and be remarkably enlightened, all for affordable prices.
If you feel adventurous, discover these 7 Fascinatingly Niche And Off-The-Beaten-Path San Francisco Museums
The heat may add on extra stress, so why not treat yourself to a delightfully frosty confection? From our inventive ice cream shops to culturally authentic popsicle and shaved ice businesses, having a frozen dessert can help you feel more relaxed, cool you down, and even excite your inner child with their over-the-top presentations and cute indoors.
You will definitely want to Indulge And Refresh Yourself With These Coolest Asian-Style Shaved Ice
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Cold showers have tremendous physical and mental effects, especially during high heat. By simply wrapping a frozen towel around your neck or forehead, or washing your face with ice cold water, you can invigorate your immune system, improve circulation, reduce muscle soreness, and lower cortisol levels to calm you down. Avoid the shock of cold by easing yourself in, which will still definitely feel stimulating and improve your overall mood and alertness.
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Lastly, but perhaps most importantly, it is imperative to become attuned to the symptoms of heat exhaustion and illness during these times, as they can present subtly and different in everybody.Headaches, dizziness, confusion, nausea, hazy-mindedness and more are all signs of dehydration, and while heat exhaustion and heatstroke share some of these symptoms, there are clear differences. Heat exhaustion is classified through excessive sweating and a rapid, weak pulse, and requires cool-down techniques, while a rapid, strong pulse, and no sweating are characteristics of heatstroke and require immediate medical attention.
You can read more on signs and treatments here.
Heat waves are a time to be smart about your health and activities, but they can also be a great time to visit chilly and well-conditioned local businesses!
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