Staying Cool on a Narrowboat in 30°C Heat: What Actually Works

The sun’s finally out, and while it’s glorious, it also means one thing for narrowboaters — things get HOT. And when people find out I live full-time on a boat, they all ask the same question:
“Does it get boiling in there?”
Short answer: yes. Long answer: it’s a metal box in direct sunlight.

I can handle it — ex-Royal Marine, love the heat. But Hoochie? Poor lad’s in a permanent fur coat. So this video’s all about how we stay cool on the cut when the sun’s melting your eyeballs.

I’ll show you:
🪟 Why airflow is king (and how I remove a window)
🪞 Cheap hacks like reflective window covers
🧊 Cooling mats – for dogs and desperate humans
💨 Fans, dehumidifiers, cold showers, and some bonus tips

And the main takeaway?
It’s never too hot for coffee.

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