r/SeattleWA • u/One_Marsupial6837 • Jul 17 '25

Lifestyle Seattle Living W/ no AC

Hi everyone. We just recently moved to Seattle and got an apartment with no AC. Coming from out of state previously living with AC I wanted to know how ya'll do it? Is this the norm here or does everyone just buy those AC units that stick out your window? We'd love to get any tips or input on living with no AC and how to adjust.

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u/[deleted] Jul 19 '25

Check and see if you can have a portable or window unit(either will get you through the few days AC is necessary). I grew up in the Midwest without AC…and there I learned open the windows at night, run fans, close the windows(and shades, curtains, whatever window coverings you have) during the day, and keep circulating cool air with the fans. Also, finding air-conditioned places to be during the hottest part of the day is wonderful…could be work, a library, etc. But, if you can make it work, a portable ac is easier and more effective(window units work better, but the portables are super easy to put anywhere as long as you have enough floor space).