Heatwaves can make nights particularly difficult. High temperatures, a feeling of stuffiness, frequent waking and excessive perspiration can all affect sleep quality. Fortunately, a few simple habits can help you feel more comfortable, even when temperatures remain high.
Discover 10 easy tips to sleep better in hot weather and turn your bedroom into a cooler, more relaxing space.
1. Keep the bedroom as cool as possible
The ideal bedroom temperature is generally between 16 and 19°C. During a heatwave, this can be difficult to achieve, but you can still limit the rise in temperature.
Close shutters during the day
Keep the sun out by closing shutters, blinds or curtains during the hottest hours of the day.
Air the room early in the morning and late in the evening
Use the cooler hours of the day to refresh the air in your home.
2. Choose breathable bed linen
Natural materials play an essential role during warm nights.
Choose cotton gauze
The Zéphire collection in cotton gauze offers a light and airy feel, especially pleasant in summer thanks to its naturally breathable weave.
Washed linen: a summer essential
Songe bed linen in washed linen naturally helps regulate temperature and promotes better moisture absorption.
3. Adapt your duvet
A duvet that is too warm can quickly make nights uncomfortable.
Choose a lightweight duvet
In summer, opt for a duvet suited to the season or temporarily replace it with a simple sheet when temperatures become exceptionally high.
4. Take a lukewarm shower before bed
A cold shower gives an immediate feeling of freshness, but the body may then produce more heat to return to its normal temperature.
Prefer lukewarm water
It helps the body cool down more naturally before bedtime.
5. Wear lightweight nightwear
Your choice of sleepwear also affects comfort.
Choose natural materials
Cotton or cotton gauze allow the skin to breathe better during the night.
6. Limit heat sources
Electronic devices give off heat, even when they are not being used intensively.
Switch off unnecessary devices
Televisions, computers and chargers can contribute to raising the temperature in the bedroom.
7. Stay hydrated throughout the day
Good hydration helps the body regulate its temperature more effectively.
Drink regularly
It is better to drink small amounts throughout the day rather than drinking a lot just before going to bed.
8. Choose light colours
Colours influence the feeling of freshness in a room.
Create a brighter atmosphere
Bed linen in white, sand or pale blue tones creates a visually fresher and more soothing atmosphere.
9. Slightly cool your bed linen
A few minutes in a cool place can improve comfort at bedtime.
An immediate feeling of freshness
Place a pillowcase or sheet in a clean bag in the fridge for a few minutes to enjoy a pleasant feeling of freshness.
10. Create a soothing evening routine
Stress often increases the feeling of heat.
Encourage calm before bedtime
Avoid screens, choose soft lighting and take a few minutes to relax before going to sleep.
Why home linen matters in summer
Bed linen stays in direct contact with the skin for several hours. Breathable, high quality materials help limit perspiration and improve comfort throughout the night.
Carré Blanc summer collections
Collections in cotton gauze, such as Zéphire, or in washed linen, such as Songe, are particularly appreciated during hot weather thanks to their natural and breathable fibres.
FAQ
How can you sleep better during a heatwave?
Close shutters during the day, air the room at night, choose breathable bed linen and stay well hydrated.
Which material should you choose when it is very hot?
Cotton gauze and washed linen are among the most pleasant materials for summer.
Should you sleep with a duvet when it is very hot?
A lightweight duvet may be enough. During a heatwave, a simple sheet can sometimes be more comfortable.
Enjoy more peaceful nights despite the heat
A heatwave does not have to mean sleepless nights. With a few simple habits and natural materials such as cotton gauze or washed linen, you can significantly improve your comfort.
With suitable home linen and a well prepared bedroom, you create the right conditions for more restful sleep, even during the hottest nights.
