It's no surprise that Arizona is hot. In fact, I don't know how many different adjectives could even begin to describe the heat and the effect it can have. Every summer you always see those news stories about the hikers dying in the desert, and the newest records being broke.

I've provided below some tips I have learned for surviving Arizona and all things heat related. So you can live comfortable and stay cool in the oven we call Arizona.

1. Get a pool.

I don't know how one can live in a place so hot without any form of a pool to cool off and exercise in. It's really the only time you'll be able to be outside.

2. Buy lots and lots of Ice-cream (froyo if you want to be "healthy").

Another way to cool off. There's even a new low-calorie ice-cream you can indulge in without worrying about your bikini body (Halo Top Ice-Cream).

3. Forget the pants.

Dresses, skirts, flowy shorts, anything but jeans or shorts. They will chafe your legs and make you very uncomfortable. Just take my word for it.

4. Travel up north to escape the heat.

Travel to Flagstaff for a little change in weather. It's dramatically cooler due to the higher elevation.

5. Check to make sure the A/C is working pre-summer.

The last thing you want is to be without air conditioning in the middle of a drenching hot, sunny day. Double check that it's working because it is horrible to live in an un-conditioned house.

6. Carry oven mitts and a towel in your car at all times.

Metal or leather cars are horrible for Arizona weather. In risk of being burned, pack your car with the necessities.

7. Get a pool.

Again, in case you think it's a pointless investment; it's not. GET A POOL.

8. Forget the makeup.

Your makeup will melt off anyways. Plus you don't want to ruin your makeup while swimming in YOUR POOL.

9. Drink water. Please.

Don't be the person that doesn't and gets heat stroke. It's not fun.

10. Don't go outside.

It's probably for the better to just settle down in your air-conditioned house with Netflix and your dog.