Im having temp control issues

[Lopist]

I currently live in a tropical climate I have a small 10 gallon tank. I have been doing the first cycle I think that has been going ok. I really don't like the chemical tests though its hard to tell color differences. The real problem I am having rite now is temperature control. I live in Puerto Rico and it is always quite warm here. I do not have AC at my house. My tank temp has been averaging 88+. in the past couple days I have been putting frozen bottles of water in the back of the tank. that has helped but my temp is rite around 80-82 sometimes it gets lower but its been a chore to keep enough bottles frozen to keep a constant tank temp. any suggestions on how to maintain a constant water temp in a tropical environment would be welcomed. thanks in advance.

 

[davidcalgary29]

Welcome! Pictures of your tank would be great.

If you don't want to invest in a chiller, the key to cooling your tank will be through evaporation. That means some type of fan blowing on the surface of the water. You'll have to watch salinity and water levels, and I think that some type of auto top-off system is going to be a must. It doesn't have to be pricey, either, if you don't mind the look of an upside-down bottle hanging off the side of your tank.