The Official GOAT List: Ranking the Greatest Ways to Cool Off of All Time

Ways to Cool Off

That sticky, sweaty, "I can't do this anymore" feeling only lasts until you find the perfect way to cool off. Maybe you're sprinting through a sprinkler like you're eight years old again. Maybe you're diving into a pool, chasing waves at the beach, or blasting the air conditioning the second you get home. Some people swear nothing beats a frozen treat. Others just want the nearest fan. There isn't one right answer—just strong opinions. Pick your favorite, settle the arguments, and see which summer lifesaver deserves the crown.

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All Time ranks by all-time win rate across every head-to-head battle. Latest ranks by latest fan sentiment, updated as new battles are voted on.

1. SWIMMING POOL

73.5% win rate

#1 Greatest Ways to Cool Off of All Time

2. OCEAN / BEACH WAVES

73.1% win rate

#2 Greatest Ways to Cool Off of All Time

3. ICE CREAM / POPSICLE

51.6% win rate

#3 Greatest Ways to Cool Off of All Time

4. RUN THROUGH SPRINKLER

50.5% win rate

#4 Greatest Ways to Cool Off of All Time

5. SNOW CONE / SHAVED ICE

49.5% win rate

#5 Greatest Ways to Cool Off of All Time

6. COLD SHOWER

48.4% win rate

#6 Greatest Ways to Cool Off of All Time

7. SITTING IN FRONT OF A FAN

44.6% win rate

#7 Greatest Ways to Cool Off of All Time

8. WATER PARK

42.8% win rate

#8 Greatest Ways to Cool Off of All Time

9. SLIP ’N SLIDE

34.2% win rate

#9 Greatest Ways to Cool Off of All Time

10. WATER GUN / SUPER SOAKER FIGHT

31.2% win rate

#10 Greatest Ways to Cool Off of All Time

11. WATER BALLOON FIGHT

29.3% win rate

#11 Greatest Ways to Cool Off of All Time