And unfortunately, daytime naps and longer sleep on cooler nights did not seem to make up for that lost sleep, researchers found. To get the best quality sleep, experts have long recommended sleeping in a cool room — between 60 and 67 degrees Fahrenheit (15.6 to 19.4 degrees Celsius) is best. 10 tips for sleeping in the heatLearning how to better cope with sleep problems during heat waves might limit the negative impact on our health, according to a team of experts from the European Insomnia Network. Eating lighter, especially for the last meal of the day, can help set you up for better sleep, experts say. Sleep in the buff or choose loose, cotton clothing — avoid synthetics, which can trap heat next to the skin.

Source: CNN August 01, 2023 07:03 UTC