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Tom's Guide
03-07-2025
- Tom's Guide
I slept cool at a festival during a scorching heatwave — here's how I did it
Sleeping during a heatwave is difficult. Now, imagine sleeping in a car during a heatwave and you'll start to imagine how I felt during my six nights at Glastonbury Festival sleeping in a (very well insulated) campervan. Being a UK campervan, it's designed to keep as much heat in as possible to help sleepers with the typical cold nights in England. So, when an unprecedented wave of 30 degrees Celcius (86 degrees Farenheit) heat hit the Worthy Farm festival site, it became a sweltering tin can. However, as the Sleep Features Editor for Tom's Guide, I had a few tricks up my sleeve to help me and my husband cool down and get good sleep (as good as it can be at a festival) night after night. While I've camped in a tent at Glastonbury before and enjoyed it, I was incredibly thankful to have the opportunity to borrow my mother-in-law's van for this year's festival. Inside the van is a small double bed, not quite long enough to sleep straight in. That means you have to sleep on your side. Aside from the driver's seat in the front, there aren't any windows, so airflow can be tricky. Considering the forecast seemed to predict we were in for a hot one, before heading off we stocked up on some top sleep gear to help us get through the mammoth six nights that were to come. While I was anticipating chilly nights like the last time I attended the festival, I still brought bamboo bedding and pyjamas with me because they can keep you warm as well as cool. And I'm glad I did. Being a natural material, it's breathable which means it doesn't trap heat like some synthetic materials can. It's also moisture wicking, so it can help remove sweat from your body, keeping you fresh. As you can imagine, this was a godsend at a festival when showers are limited. Bamboo also has a silky soft feel which means you can still feel cozy and comfortable at night without overheating. I opted for a Pretty You London pyjama set, and every night I looked forward to slipping into them, enjoying my little bit of luxury that helped me get through the rest of the festival. Pretty You London Bamboo Pyjamas: From $98 at AmazonThese Pretty You London pyjamas are made from bamboo viscose which is hypoallergenic, antibacterial and moisture wicking, making them a valuable addition to your festival wardrobe. There are plenty of styles and colors available, with this set starting from $98. My one tip for anyone at a festival is to bring a duvet or comforter if you can. Being able to cuddle up with a real duvet rather than a slippery sleeping bag is well worth the extra weight to carry in my opinion. And you might think that sounds too hot, but my husband and I decided to take our Silentnight Airmax duvet. This is a double layered comforter with mesh panels that allow air to flow through it. So, while most of the night I didn't need any kind of cover, I could still feel cozy without sweating. Okay, I know it sounds like I was 'glamping' at this point, but I am a Sleep Features Editor after all. My husband and I had slept in the van previously for a night or two and found, as side sleepers, we both woke in the night with a dead hip because of how firm the bed was. So, before Glastonbury, we ordered the Elemuse Dual Layer Three Inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper. The best mattress toppers add some cushioning to your bed without compromising the support, and that's exactly what the Elemuse did for us. While memory foam usually traps heat, the Elemuse mattress topper uses a gel foam which is better at dissipating heat and allowing it to transfer away from the body. In fact, Elemuse claims that the topper reduces sweating by 50%. It certainly didn't feel like it trapped heat, and because we were more comfortable, we weren't tossing and turning all night, working up a sweat. The result? Feeling surprisingly well-rested in the morning. Elemuse Dual Layer 3" Mattress topper: was from $119.99 now from $94.99 at AmazonWith cooling gel foam, I found the Elemuse mattress topper offered the perfect amount of cushioning to make the camping experience feel a little more luxury. Right now, a queen is down to $109.99 (was $149.99). We didn't come back to the van during the day once we were in the festival, so there was no reason for us to keep the curtains open. But this also meant we couldn't keep a door or window open for airflow. So, our best bet was to keep the van as dark as possible to try and prevent a heat build up throughout the day. While this didn't necessarily keep it 'cool', it certainly worked to avoid soaring temperatures. By the time we returned to the van late at night, temperatures had dropped a little and we weren't welcomed with a wave of warm air when we opened the door. Even without a heatwave, sleeping at a festival can feel almost impossible. Here are a few of my top tips to get quality rest no matter where you are. I've never used a sleep mask before, simply because I love waking up to natural daylight. However, when the sun is rising at 4am and I'd only gotten to bed a couple of hours before, I thought it was best to delay that light as much as possible! I used an Olesilk Mulberry Silk Sleep Mask that fits all the way around the head and is slightly padded to avoid any pressure build up around your eyes. Even if it came off in the night and I did wake up too early, it was never far away and as soon as I put it back on, I managed to get a couple more hours of precious sleep. Olesilk 100% Mulberry Silk Sleep Mask: from $25.99 at AmazonMade from 100% mulberry silk, this sleep mask stays cool and comfortable night long. Instead of straps that can irritate you, it has a softly padded design to avoid pressure build up. It's available in nine different colors and starts from $25.99. I'm an avid festival goer and sleep next to a snoring husband, so as you can imagine, earplugs are essential. After using foam earplugs for years, despite them hurting and damaging my ears, I wanted to use a softer, less disposable option. I tried Loop Quiet 2 earplugs, which were better than foam, but they didn't block enough sound to help me survive Glastonbury. This time, I tried the Alpine Silence Earplugs and was impressed. They stayed in my ears until the morning and they blocked so much sound I was blissfully unaware of the chaos that was unfolding around our campsite every night. Now, the Alpine option might not work for you and the Loop might, it's worth trying a few options so you can find the perfect pair for you. Alpine Silence Earplugs: was from $24.95 now from $19.95 at AmazonComing with a convenient portable carry case and four size options, these Alpine Silence Earplugs are great value, especially at 20% off. Right now, all six color options are discounted to $19.95. I never lie in and usually I'd never advise anyone to as a consistent sleep schedule is key to quality rest. Even during the weekend, no matter how late I've gone to bed, I'll wake up between 7 and 8am. But this Glastonbury, I forced myself to sleep for as long as possible in the mornings. For me, I worry that I'm missing out on the festival if I'm lying in – but realistically, nothing much happens before 12pm anyway. So, rather than waking up early and waiting around for your mates to get up, it's best to get some more shut eye. So, skip the alarm and practise some calming breathing exercises to help you fall back asleep in the morning.
USA Today
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Beyoncé heads to Washington, D.C.: Parking, bag policy, tailgating at Northwest Stadium
She's coming ... to the nation's capital! Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is headed to the Washington, D.C.-area for the next stop on her Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour. She is set to perform two nights only at Northwest Stadium on the Fourth of July and again on July 7. The shows come after Beyoncé wrapped her two-night stint in her hometown of Houston. Of course, Beyoncé first debuted her "Cowboy Carter" tour at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on April 28 with 39 songs on the set list. Her shows have been filled with family, fashion, different music genres, and most notably country music and cultural commentary. Here's what to know as fans head to the stadium, located in Landover, Maryland. How to get to Northwest Stadium Just five miles east of Washington, D.C., Northwest Stadium is located at 1600 Ring Road in Landover. It is easily accessible by car, rideshare or public transportation. Attendees taking public transit are advised to take the Blue or Silver Lines to the Morgan Boulevard Metro Station. Turn left onto Garrett Morgan Boulevard and follow the sidewalk for less than a mile to the stadium. The rideshare pickup and drop-off is now located in the Red Zone Lot. Doors of the stadium open at 5 p.m local time. Meanwhile, the show is set to kick off at 7 p.m., though Beyoncé's actual start time has varied between 7 and 8 p.m. Important information about parking and tailgating Parking lots open at 3:30 p.m. local time, and tailgating prior to the concert is permitted. Concertgoers should park in the Red Zone Lot should they wish to tailgate as the spaces are wider. If driving, fans are encouraged to arrive early due to traffic. Fans may purchase parking onsite or in advance on the stadium's official website. Currently, parking spots start at $87 including fees. What's the weather in Washington, D.C., and the DMV-area? From the United States to Europe, Beyoncé and her fans have braved severe weather conditions, an evacuation, cold temperatures and rainy weather for her concerts. Fans should take note of the weather in their respective cities before putting on their chic cowboy-core attire. In Landover, Maryland, fans can expect some hot temperatures and sunny skies for both shows. It's important to stay hydrated before and during the nearly three-hour show. Forecasts predict 83 degrees Fahrenheit on July 4 and 88 degrees Farenheit expected for the July 7 concert. Bag policy at Northwest Stadium Fans must follow the NFL clear-bag policy at the stadium. Guests are allowed to bring bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12-by-6-by-12 inches. This includes clear backpacks, clear fanny packs and clear cinch bags. Attendees are also permitted to bring one-gallon clear plastic freezer bags, but the logo can only be on one side. Additionally, small, non-clear bags that do not exceed 4.5-by-6.5 inches, with or without a handle or strap, are allowed. Medical bags or kits are acceptable and will be searched at the gate. Small cameras and cell phones are allowed if they are carried in loosely or in an approved clear bag. Non-professional cameras with non-removable lenses are permitted as long as the lens is less than 5 inches in length. Signs must be handheld, event-related and in good taste, and cannot obstruct another guest's view. See a full list of prohibited items at The nine-city tour will span the U.S. and Europe with the grand finale taking place in Las Vegas on July 26. Follow Caché McClay, the USA TODAY Network's Beyoncé Knowles-Carter reporter, on Instagram, TikTok and X as @cachemcclay.
USA Today
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Beyoncé heads to Washington, D.C.: Parking, bag policy, tailgating at Northwest Stadium
She's coming ... to the nation's capital! Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is headed to the Washington, D.C.-area for the next stop on her Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour. She is set to perform two nights only at Northwest Stadium on the Fourth of July and again on July 7. The shows come after Beyoncé wrapped her two-night stint in her hometown of Houston. Of course, Beyoncé first debuted her "Cowboy Carter" tour at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on April 28 with 39 songs on the set list. Her shows have been filled with family, fashion, different music genres, and most notably country music and cultural commentary. Here's what to know as fans head to the stadium, located in Landover, Maryland. How to get to Northwest Stadium Just five miles east of Washington, D.C., Northwest Stadium is located at 1600 Ring Road in Landover. It is easily accessible by car, rideshare or public transportation. Attendees taking public transit are advised to take the Blue or Silver Lines to the Morgan Boulevard Metro Station. Turn left onto Garrett Morgan Boulevard and follow the sidewalk for less than a mile to the stadium. The rideshare pickup and drop-off is now located in the Red Zone Lot. Doors of the stadium open at 5 p.m local time. Meanwhile, the show is set to kick off at 7 p.m., though Beyoncé's actual start time has varied between 7 and 8 p.m. Important information about parking and tailgating Parking lots open at 3:30 p.m. local time, and tailgating prior to the concert is permitted. Concertgoers should park in the Red Zone Lot should they wish to tailgate as the spaces are wider. If driving, fans are encouraged to arrive early due to traffic. Fans may purchase parking onsite or in advance on the stadium's official website. Currently, parking spots start at $87 including fees. What's the weather in Washington, D.C., and the DMV-area? From the United States to Europe, Beyoncé and her fans have braved severe weather conditions, an evacuation, cold temperatures and rainy weather for her concerts. Fans should take note of the weather in their respective cities before putting on their chic cowboy-core attire. In Landover, Maryland, fans can expect some hot temperatures and sunny skies for both shows. It's important to stay hydrated before and during the nearly three-hour show. Forecasts predict 83 degrees Fahrenheit on July 4 and 88 degrees Farenheit expected for the July 7 concert. Bag policy at Northwest Stadium Fans must follow the NFL clear-bag policy at the stadium. Guests are allowed to bring bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12-by-6-by-12 inches. This includes clear backpacks, clear fanny packs and clear cinch bags. Attendees are also permitted to bring one-gallon clear plastic freezer bags, but the logo can only be on one side. Additionally, small, non-clear bags that do not exceed 4.5-by-6.5 inches, with or without a handle or strap, are allowed. Medical bags or kits are acceptable and will be searched at the gate. Small cameras and cell phones are allowed if they are carried in loosely or in an approved clear bag. Non-professional cameras with non-removable lenses are permitted as long as the lens is less than 5 inches in length. Signs must be handheld, event-related and in good taste, and cannot obstruct another guest's view. See a full list of prohibited items at The nine-city tour will span the U.S. and Europe with the grand finale taking place in Las Vegas on July 26. Follow Caché McClay, the USA TODAY Network's Beyoncé Knowles-Carter reporter, on Instagram, TikTok and X as @cachemcclay.
NDTV
02-07-2025
- Climate
- NDTV
Heatwave In Europe Moves East, Germany Expected To Record High Temperatures
Germany: A punishing heatwave loosened its gripped on western Europe Wednesday and rolled eastwards, with Germany expected to record some of its hottest temperatures of the year so far. Germany's national weather service (DWD) issued blanket weather warnings for heat and extreme heat covering the entire country. The agency said it expected "maximum temperatures with exceptionally high peaks of up to 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Farenheit)" in the course of the day. The unsually hot weather was causing disruptions to transport, with the national rail operator Deutsche Bahn saying it expected services to be affected in the west of the country where temperatures were rising most. In the north of the country, the heat had caused the surface of the motorway to buckle in places, creating a danger for drivers, local media reported. In Berlin, 18-year-old Nora said her job at a kiosk selling strawberries was "a bit like a sauna", with the temperature already at 26C at 8:30 am. "I've never sold strawberries in this sort of heat," she said, adding that her employer had told her to shut the kiosk if she felt unwell. Further south in Frankfurt teacher Horst Hirsch said he expected "to work and to sweat" in a day full of lessons and meetings and planned to "not do any exercise and drink lots of water". In France, the temperature gauge hit 40C in Paris on Tuesday, according to weather service Meteo-France, with a lower high of 35C expected Wednesday. Relief will reach the French capital in earnest on Thursday, when the high will drop to 28C as cooler winds blow in from the Atlantic, bringing with them the potential for thunderstorms. 'Really unbearable' Meanwhile, residents in Spain and Italy may have to wait until the weekend before they experience a drop in temperatures. Care worker Grace Guerrero, 65, told AFP she could really "feel the heat" in Madrid but the air was cooler at her home outside the Spanish capital. The sweltering temperatures were "really unbearable on the subway platform", 60-year-old quality manager Julia Munoz said while cooling herself with a fan. In Belgium, lower temperatures were expected on the coast while the heatwave was set to continue in the east and south. The Atomium attraction in Brussels, where highs of 34C were expected, would maintain reduced opening hours for the second day in a row on Wednesday to spare visitors from the afternoon heat. In the country's Dutch-speaking north, students have already broken up for the summer, but in the French-speaking south schools have stayed open through the heatwave. Staff at the schools were working to keep children cool using fans and air-conditioning where available, water play, outdoor breaks in the shade, or in some cases giving parents the option to keep them home. The heatwave saw class cancelled for pupils at some 2,000 schools in France on Tuesday, although only around 135 were expected to stay shut Wednesday, according to the education ministry. 'Tropical' In the Netherlands, the country experienced its first "tropical" night of the year into Wednesday with temperatures not dropping below 20C, according to the weather website Weeronline. A shepherd in the central Netherlands told local media Omroep Gelderland that he was up unusually early to let his sheep out on Wednesday morning after the muggy night. "Animals tolerate the cold better than the heat... you have to be careful," the livestock holder Aart said, noting that his flock kept their coats through the heat. "Without the fleece, they would, for example, get sunburned much faster," he said. High temperatures were a stress for people, too, prompting authorities to issue warnings for the very old, young, the sick and other vulnerable groups. "Due to climate change caused by humans, extreme heat is becoming more frequent and intense. This is something we must learn to live with," said Clare Nullis, spokesperson for the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), a UN agency based in Geneva. Extreme heat can cause dehydration, muscle cramps, headaches and nausea. The most serious risk is heatstroke, which can lead to death.
Boston Globe
01-07-2025
- Climate
- Boston Globe
Barcelona records hottest June and Eiffel Tower's summit closes as Europe sizzles
Advertisement Barcelona's Fabra Observatory reported an average temperature for last month of 26 C (78 F), breaking records since books were started in 1914. The previous hottest average for June was 25.6 C in 2003. The same weather station said that a single-day high of 37.9 degrees Celsius (100 degrees Fahrenheit) for June was recorded Monday. Barcelona is usually spared the worst heat in Spain, thanks to its location between hills and the Mediterranean in Spain's northeastern corner. But most of the country has been gripped by the extreme heat. 'We are seeing these temperatures because we are experiencing a very intense heat wave that has come early in the summer and that is clearly linked to global warming,' Ramón Pascual, a delegate for Spain's weather service in Barcelona, told The Associated Press on Tuesday. Advertisement Pascual added that the inhabitants of the Mediterranean region are not being helped by the rising sea temperatures, which greatly reduces any cooling effects of a nearby body of water. Spain's weather service said that recent surface temperatures for the Mediterranean near the Balearic Islands are between 5-6 degrees Celsius higher than average. 'With water surface temperatures from 26-30 Celsius (78-86 Farenheit), it is difficult for our nights to be refreshing,' he said. Spain's national average for June of 23.6 degrees Celsius (74 degrees Fahrenheit) was 0.8 C hotter than the previous hottest June in 2017. It was also the first time that June was hotter than the average temperatures for both July and August. Spain also saw a new high mark for June established on Saturday when 46 degrees Celsius (114 degrees Fahrenheit) was recorded in the southern province of Huelva. The streets were scorching as well in Spain's capital, with Madrid forecast to reach 39 degrees Celsius (102 degrees Fahrenheit), as people tried to keep cool by drinking refrigerated drinks and sticking to the shade. But the hot nights offered little relief. 'Today is very bad, but yesterday wasn't any better. So we're just surviving,' said Miguel Sopera, 63. 'At night it's impossible due to the terrible heat.' In France, the national weather agency Météo-France placed several departments under the highest red alert, with the Paris region particularly hard hit. More than 1,300 schools in the country were partially or fully closed. Visitors to the Eiffel Tower without tickets were told to postpone their visits as the summit of the city's landmark was closed until Thursday. The operators said the closure was 'to ensure everyone's comfort and safety.' Advertisement Climate experts warn that future summers are likely to be hotter than any recorded to date. By 2100, France could be up to 4 degrees Celsius (39 degrees Fahrenheit) warmer, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius expected every year and extreme heat spikes potentially reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit). Farther south, 17 of Italy's 27 major cities were experiencing a heat wave, according to the health ministry. There were torrential rains in Italy's north on Monday and parts of Bardonecchia near Turin were covered in sludge after the Frejus river burst its banks. Near Bologna, one of the cities under a heat alert Tuesday, the 46-year-old owner of a construction company collapsed and died while repaving a school parking lot, state-run RAI reported. An autopsy was being conducted to determine the cause, but heat was suspected. In the Dutch town of Soest, first responders said they were bringing a firehose to an early evening water gun fight. 'Bring your water pistol and swimming clothes with you, because you're guaranteed to get soaked!' the firefighters said in an Instagram post. The Portuguese weather service issued a statement Monday night confirming the highest single temperature ever recorded in mainland Portugal for the month of June at 46.6 degrees Celsius (115 degrees Fahrenheit) on June 29 in the town of Mora, west of Lisbon. The prior record was 44.9 degrees Celsius (112 degrees Fahrenheit) in 2017. Firefighters across Turkey tried to contain wildfires that have forced the evacuation of some 50,000 residents for the third consecutive day. Temperatures were expected to reach 37 degrees Celsius (98.6 degrees Fahrenheit) by Wednesday in large parts of the Czech Republic, including the capital. Advertisement The Prague zoo distributed up to 10 metric tons of ice daily across the park, with especial attention given to polar bears native to the Arctic. Zoo director Miroslav Bobek said twin brother bears Aleut and Gregor looked pleased when they found parts of their open-air enclosure covered with a thick layer of ice Tuesday morning. They rolled on their backs and discovered frozen pieces of squid.
