Overview

• Experts recommend keeping bedrooms between 65°F and 67°F (16–18°C) to align with natural body temperature shifts.
• Taking a warm bath or lukewarm shower one to two hours before bed triggers cooling through increased sweat production and relaxation.
• Breathable, moisture-wicking bedding, such as linen or bamboo sheets and gel-infused pillows, enhances airflow and draws heat away from the body.
• Pre-chilling pillowcases, sheets or memory-foam ice pillows in the freezer offers a temporary cooling boost to ease the transition to sleep.
• Blocking direct sunlight with blackout curtains and sleeping in an open position, such as the starfish pose or with separate duvets, helps prevent heat buildup overnight.