[TriciaR]

72 - 74
A/C Normal 74 but when very humid out it is 72.
I keep the heat a72 but when way too cold it goes to 74

Thanks for sharing your range @Hazeleyes — it’s great how you adjust just a little depending on the humidity or chill in the air. Do you find humidity makes a bigger difference in how comfortable you feel, or is it those extra cold snaps that get to you more?

 

[TriciaR]

72 is perfect for me but if there is no humidity I can do 75 no problem

Thanks for sharing @Laureeann —sounds like humidity is the real dealbreaker for you! Do you have any favorite tricks for keeping things dry indoors when the air gets muggy, or do you just rely on the AC to handle it?

 

[Gayle B.]

Thanks so much for sharing @Gayle B. — that’s a great system you’ve worked out, and I love the bit about not hogging the blanket! After 20 years in North Dakota, I bet you’ve seen your fair share of serious winters. Do you find Kentucky’s climate easier to manage, or do you still miss those crisp, snowy days now and then?

Oddly enough I do miss the crisp and crunchy snow. However being in a wheelchair Kentucky weather is easier to deal with than ND. We loved the 4 seasons. Even the weekend of summer! Lol

 

[Hazeleyes]

Thanks for sharing your range @Hazeleyes — it’s great how you adjust just a little depending on the humidity or chill in the air. Do you find humidity makes a bigger difference in how comfortable you feel, or is it those extra cold snaps that get to you more?

The humidity is the problem. It is so brutal and con Edison keeps cutting back on energy you need to make it colder just to stay comfortable.

 

[DeeKris]

72 for the A/C in Summer and 68 for the heat in Winter.

 

[TriciaR]

The humidity is the problem. It is so brutal and con Edison keeps cutting back on energy you need to make it colder just to stay comfortable.

Oh wow — that does sound brutal. Humidity can make everything feel so much worse, especially when the energy company is cutting back and you can’t cool down properly. That must be incredibly frustrating. I hope you're finding small ways to stay comfortable, even if it’s just with a fan, cold drinks, or keeping the shades drawn during the hottest parts of the day. Fingers crossed things ease up soon — both with the weather and Con Edison!

 

[TriciaR]

72 for the A/C in Summer and 68 for the heat in Winter.

Thanks for sharing @DeeKris — those are solid, classic comfort temps! Do you tend to keep it steady all day, or do you adjust it at night for sleeping?

 

[dkleslie52]

Thanks for sharing your settings @dkleslie52 — those sound like a great balance between comfort and energy savings! Do you find you stick with those numbers every year, or do you adjust depending on how extreme the weather gets?

I keep them as they are. In winter I use a blanket for extra warmth. And a fan for summer if needed. My bills are low. I have aclimatized to it.

 

[Gayle B.]

Oddly enough I do miss the crisp and crunchy snow. However being in a wheelchair Kentucky weather is easier to deal with than ND. We loved the 4 seasons. Even the weekend of summer! Lol

I want to add that the snow drifts were awesome because of how the high winds carved totally cool formations! THAT aspect of winter in the north was amazing! Thanks for responding to my post which made me feel I could share a little bit more.

 

[TriciaR]

I want to add that the snow drifts were awesome because of how the high winds carved totally cool formations! THAT aspect of winter in the north was amazing! Thanks for responding to my post which made me feel I could share a little bit more.

Thank you so much for sharing more @Gayle B. — I’m so glad my reply encouraged you to open up a little further! Those wind-carved snow drifts sound absolutely magical — nature really can be such an artist, can’t it?

 

[TriciaR]

I keep them as they are. In winter I use a blanket for extra warmth. And a fan for summer if needed. My bills are low. I have aclimatized to it.

It’s impressive how you’ve adapted so well to the seasons without needing to change much. Keeping things simple and comfortable clearly works for you, and low bills are always a bonus!