The best way for a fan to run in the summer is counterclockwise. When a ceiling fan spins counterclockwise, it pushes air downward, creating a cooling breeze that makes the room feel cooler without actually lowering the temperature. This cooling effect, often called a "wind chill" effect, helps evaporate moisture on the skin, making people feel more comfortable and allowing the air conditioner to be set at a higher temperature, which can save energy and reduce cooling costs. To check if the fan is spinning the right way, stand below and feel for a cool breeze. If there is none, turn the fan off and flip the direction switch on the fan's motor base to reverse the direction to counterclockwise for summer cooling benefits.