What’s the ideal sleeping temperature?

We’re all different. No two people sleep the same. But when it comes to science, the numbers don’t lie. There are several factors that come into play when getting perfect sleep. One of the major ingredients is temperature. So it’s important for you to know: Are you sleeping at the right temp? The Mattress Hub, your Wichita sleep expert, is here to help answer this burning question.

The optimal temperature for great sleep is between 60 and 67 degrees Fahrenheit. This is because, while you are trying to fall asleep, your body temperature decreases to initiate the process, hence the cool temperature. It’s actually much easier to fall asleep in a cool room than a hot one. And anything below or above these temps could lead to restless nights and can affect REM (rapid eye movement) sleep – the dreaming stage – very important.

Think of your bedroom as a cave. Yes, picture yourself as a hibernating bear. It should be quiet, dark and cool.

If it feels like anything to the contrary, something is amiss. Now, there are a few changes you can make to fit your specific sleep style. For example, if you’re still a trouble sleeper at these temperatures, try placing a hot water bottle at your feet or wear socks. This will help dilate your blood vessels and change your internal thermostat to a more ideal setting.

Although temperature is very important to your quality of sleep, we at The Matreess Hub know that a good mattress can make all the difference, ideal temperature or not. So stop by today and talk to one of our sleep experts for all the specifics on a better night’s sleep.