The Surprising Role Temperature Plays in Deep, Restful Sleep
Many people envy those who fall asleep effortlessly, while others spend their nights tossing, turning, and hoping for a better morning. If you’ve ever woken up groggy, it might not be the number of hours you slept—but the environment you slept in.
Sleep is more than just a break from daily life—it’s when the body repairs itself and the mind resets. Health experts recommend that adults get between seven and nine hours of quality sleep each night to support physical health, emotional balance, and immune function. But even if you’re in bed long enough, your bedroom’s temperature could be the hidden factor that’s holding you back from truly restorative rest.
As bedtime approaches, your body naturally lowers its core temperature to signal that it’s time to wind down. Creating a cool, calm space supports that process. Research suggests the ideal room temperature for sleep is between 60 and 67°F (15 to 19°C). When it’s too warm, your body struggles to reach a restful state. If it’s too cold, muscles may tense up, making it harder to fully relax.
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