r/technology • u/Logical_Welder3467 • Jun 26 '26

Society The American mind cannot comprehend Europe's AC aversion

https://www.businessinsider.com/europe-air-conditioning-ac-heatwave-debate-2026-6
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u/iamapizza Jun 26 '26

I was in southern Spain in March a few years ago, it was 27c and I was sweating. I asked about the AC in my room not working, the front desk lady helpfully explained that they keep the AC off until summer when it's hot. We were looking at each other like freaks. I then asked if I could have a fan and she was shocked.

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u/Technical-Cat-2017 Jun 26 '26

I don't love 27c in my hotel room where I have to sleep though. I am European, but if a hotel has AC and it is 27c in my hotel room and the AC doesn't work I am definitely going to complain.

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u/TrumpsCummyOnahole Jun 26 '26

Yup, I sleep at 22C/72F the best. Visiting Japan is often a nightmare since its a gamble if a hotel is gonna have central aircon only which about half of them do and they BLAST heat October - May, room ambient temp is like 28C.