How to sleep in hot weather
When temperatures rise, getting a good night’s sleep can be tricky. These easy changes can help you cool down
The sunny season has arrived and we’re looking forward to spending time lounging in the park or on the beach.
While these warmer days are a delight, rising temperatures can cause many of us to struggle once night falls, with the heat making it much harder to drift off and enjoy quality sleep. Thankfully, these tips will ensure you keep your cool and help you get a full night of shut-eye.
Summer-proof your bed linen
Rethink your duvets and blankets and invest in natural materials to help your body to stay cool. Think cotton or linen duvet covers and flat sheets – or try John Lewis’ Temperature Balancing Flat Sheet, which is designed to help regulate your temperature. Your summer duvet should be a low tog rating (2.5 to 4.5 tog) and, again, it's best to look for breathable options. On really hot nights, ditch the duvet and get your zzzs under a flat sheet instead.
Invest in a fan
If the sun streams through your window in the afternoon and evening, close your curtains and blinds before leaving the house for work to keep your house cooler. Once you’re home, open windows and doors to create a draught. Now is the time to invest in a fan – we have plenty on offer to suit all budgets and spaces. If you can't decide, read our review of the Shark FlexBreeze Pro Mist fan.
Consider your summertime routine
The longer days mean that summer can be fuelled with late evenings and lots of rosé. Throw the kids’ school holidays into the mix and bedtime can quickly become super relaxed.
However, it pays to try and keep your nighttime routine the same throughout the year. Top tips for sleeping in summer: if it’s still light outside when you're trying to get to sleep, use an eye mask, keep a water bottle close to hand for easy hydration, invest in a beauty product to heal your skin while you sleep and scent your space with calming fragrances, such as lavender and chamomile.
