According to expert air conditioning (AC) is a pleasant relief from hot weather, but the temperature you choose can have a big impact on your health and well-being. Know what should be the ideal AC temperature amid this heatwave and why? New Delhi: Do you also contemplate setting the right temperature on your air conditioner? Well, this can be one of the most difficult tasks to do during this extremely hot weather. While India experiencing a fierce heatwave across the country, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) released a report noting that till May 25 Saturday, the department has issued a red alert in Delhi.
Apart from the national capital, the heatwave has gripped other states as well including Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Punjab. During this soaring temperature, the only relief right now is the cool, chill air of the AC whenever you step into your house. But amidst all this, you also need to take care of your health so that you do not get cold or fever.
So how to understand what the right temperature to fix on your AC? Dr Dharit Shah Consultant Pulmonologist MBBS, MD (Pulmonologist) HCG Hospitals, Ahmedabad shared with News9 , “Air conditioning (AC) is a pleasant relief from hot weather, but the temperature you choose can have a big impact on your health and well-being. Given below is a breakdown of appropriate air conditioning settings and potential health risks linked with different temperature ranges: The Comfort Zone: 68°F – 78°F (20°C – 26°C) This is .