Cooling Southampton: The Rise of Residential Air Conditioning in Coastal Homes
When you think of Southampton, what springs to mind? The bustling port, the historic docks, maybe the salty sea breeze drifting in from the Solent. Traditionally, coastal homes have enjoyed the natural cooling effect of the ocean air. But as summers grow hotter and more unpredictable, many residents are finding the breeze alone just isn’t cutting it anymore. Enter the quiet revolution of air conditioning in Southampton—transforming how coastal living feels, especially during the peak of summer heatwaves. The New Heatwave Reality for Coastal Homes Southampton, like much of the UK, is feeling the pinch of rising temperatures. According to the UK Met Office, 2023 marked one of the warmest summers on record, with temperatures hitting highs of 38°C in some parts of southern England. Coastal homes, once thought to be naturally cooler, are now regularly sweltering as heatwaves become longer and more intense. The demand for air conditioning in Hampshire and nearby counties has surged dramatic...