Portugal’s Heatwave: How to Enjoy the July Sun Without Losing Your Energy (or Your Tan)

Portugal is on fire. Literally. July 2026 will go down as one of the hottest months ever recorded, with highs of 43 to 44°C inland, tropical nights with no relief, and red IPMA alerts across most of the country. The heatwave that has taken over the Iberian Peninsula shows no signs of slowing down, and Portuguese people are learning to live, and enjoy, under a sun that gives no mercy.

But some of us love it. And there is a smart way to do it.

The July tan deserves care (and support)

When the sun hits this hard, the temptation is obvious: stay on the beach, in the pool, or on the esplanade for as long as possible. But prolonged sun exposure, especially at these temperatures, needs more than sunscreen. Your body needs specific nutrients that help boost tanning and protect the skin from the inside out.

This is where Stautt Stay Tanned comes in. Formulated with ingredients that support melanin production and protect the skin from the oxidative damage caused by the sun, it is the perfect complement for the hottest days of the year. It does not replace sunscreen, it reinforces it.

Energy in the heat: the challenge no one talks about

When the temperature goes past 35°C, the body enters survival mode. Metabolism slows down, fatigue sets in earlier, and appetite disappears, but the nutritional needs stay the same. In fact, they go up.

The most common mistake on days like these? Skipping meals because “I do not feel like eating in this heat”. The result? Mid-afternoon energy crashes, irritability, and that feeling that the day never had enough hours.

Stautt Nutrition Bars are ideal for exactly these moments: practical, tasty, and with the right nutrient balance to keep energy levels steady even when the thermometer refuses to drop. They fit in a beach bag, in a backpack, even in a pocket.

Hydration: the rule of hot days

With temperatures around 40°C, the body loses water and electrolytes at a much faster rate than usual. The recommendation is simple, drink before you feel thirsty, but few people actually follow it. Beyond water, lean on foods rich in potassium and magnesium, and remember that snacks like Stautt bars contribute to that nutritional balance without effort.

Enjoy summer intelligently

The heatwave will not last forever, but summer is still halfway through. There are many days of sun, beach and terrace still ahead. Enjoying them well means looking after your body: protecting the skin, eating properly even when the heat kills your appetite, and giving your organism the support it needs to be at its best.

Because a summer of 44°C deserves you at your best, with the right color, the right energy, and the right snack in your bag.

Try our Stay Tanned and Nutrition Bars at stautt.com and make this historic summer your best summer yet.