How to Keep Your RV Cool in a West Texas Summer

Ask anyone who's spent a July in Monahans: West Texas summer heat is something else entirely. Temperatures regularly top 100°F, the sun beats down on your roof all day, and your RV can feel like an oven if you don't prepare properly. The good news? Long-term RVers have figured out exactly how to stay comfortable — and it doesn't always mean maxing out your AC.

Shade Is Your Best Friend

If your park offers east-west site orientation, take it. A rig that faces east catches morning sun (manageable) and avoids brutal afternoon western exposure. Reflective window covers and a quality RV roof cover can cut interior temperatures by 15-20 degrees compared to full sun exposure. Even a portable awning on the sunny side makes a dramatic difference.

50-Amp Power Is Non-Negotiable

Running a single AC unit in West Texas summer is barely enough. Larger rigs with two units absolutely require 50-amp service to avoid tripping breakers. Make sure your park has it before you commit to a summer stay. Sealy Street RV Park offers 50-amp connections to handle even the most power-hungry rigs.

Practical Tips for Staying Cool

• Pre-cool your rig before the hottest part of the day (2-5pm) by running AC aggressively in the morning

• Seal any gaps around doors and slides — heat finds every crack

• Cook outside or use a microwave — stovetop cooking raises interior temp significantly

• Change your AC air filter monthly — dust clogs filters fast in West Texas

• Hydrate constantly — even inside, the dry desert air dehydrates you faster than you realize

At Sealy Street RV Park in Monahans, our 50-amp hook-ups and full utility connections give you everything you need to stay comfortable all summer. Call (432) 943-2077 to reserve your spot before the heat hits.