The Connection Between Room Temperature and Sleep Quality
Most people have an evening ritual when it’s time to go to bed. You might drink a glass of milk, read a book, or get your items ready for the next day at work. In addition, you should seriously consider adjusting the temperature of your bedroom. While you probably have a favorite temperature during the day, this isn’t necessarily the same number that you should set the thermostat to at night. Here are some details on the connection between room temperature and sleep quality. How We Sleep It’s important to note that humans sleep in a very interesting manner. To reach a restful state, we need to lower the temperature of our brain. Although it’s fine for our bodies to stay warm under a blanket, our heads need to cool off by a couple of degrees. While it’s possible to sleep in a warm room, it might take additional time for your brain to cool off. Lowering the Thermostat The obvious solution is to lower the thermostat before you go to bed. Experts recommend five to six degrees to begin with. If you find that you still can’t reach a relaxed state, go ahead and drop the temperature by another...
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