While summer is for vacations, longer days, and fun in the sun, the hottest time of the year also means sweating and discomfort. In New York City, 2025 has brought extreme heat, humidity, and record-breaking temperatures. Whether you’re indoors or outside, we’ve rounded up some items to help keep you cool.

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This 90-degree oscillating fan has four speeds, four modes, and an 8-hour timer. The standing fan is also bladeless, so it’s safe to use around babies and small children.

Dreo Tower Fan, $80/Sale $70 at Amazon

If you don’t have an HVAC unit, or you want to supplement it, this 8000 BTU portable ai

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