As summer approaches, you may notice the weather changing more and more around your home.
You may have even felt it while sleeping.
Can’t fall asleep because you’re uncomfortable? Do you wake up sweating in the middle of the night? Perhaps you have no trouble falling asleep only to wake up again a few hours later. The problem might not be insomnia, but rather that your AC is not set to the Ideal Sleeping Temperature. What is the perfect temperature? The ideal AC temperature for sleeping is between 60 and 72 degrees, according to most experts. There may be a reason why the range is so wide. It is true that the Ideal Sleeping Temperature varies from person to person. Start with 65-70 and adjust from there. You’re probably too cold if you’re shivering. When your room is too cold with thin sheets, your body may lock in heat to stay warm, which increases your core temperature and disturbs your sleep. Your room may be too warm if you have difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or sweating. Room temperature affects your REM sleep quality as well as your ability to fall asleep. Choose your Ideal Sleeping Temperature based on your body type. By keeping your room dark and quiet, you can also promote good sleep. Cold feet can be a surefire way of waking you up in the night, so why not add some socks! Warm feet will help dilate blood vessels faster helping your body reach its ideal internal thermostat setting.