With temperatures looking to stay high, it's important to look after yourself during the hot weather.
Tips for coping in hot weather:
- keep out of the heat if you can, especially during 11am - 3pm
- if you have to go outside, stay in the shade
- wear sunscreen, a hat and light clothes
- avoid exercise that makes you hotter
- have cold drinks and food
- avoid alcohol and caffeine
- have a cool shower or put cool water on your skin or clothes
Try and keep your living space cool by:
- closing the windows during the day and keep them open at night after the temperatures have gone down
- close the curtains in rooms that face the sun
Check in on friends and family who are:
- older, especially those over 75 and female
- those who live on their own or in a care home
- those with a long-term health condition
It's important to stay hydrated, particularly during hot weather. See more information about staying hydrated on our health and wellbeing pages.
You can find more information about looking after yourself in a heatwave from the NHS.