Summer Sleep Tips: The Best Bedding for Hot Weather

Keeping cool on hot summer nights may mean adjusting your AC settings, running a fan while you sleep, or opening the windows for some refreshing nighttime air—but your bedding choices also play a role in achieving the perfect sleep temperature. If your bedding traps heat and moisture, you’ll feel sweaty and uncomfortable, while the right combination of breathable, lightweight layers helps create a cooler, more comfortable sleep environment. These summer sleep tips help you choose the best bedding for hot weather, from cooling mattress pads to breathable sheets and lightweight top layers.

While a mattress topper won't lower your room temperature, the right materials can promote airflow, wick away moisture, and make your bed feel cooler on warm nights. Cooling gel and ventilated foam mattress toppers can disperse heat while adding cushioning. If you prefer natural materials, a wool mattress pad is another excellent choice. Wool naturally wicks away moisture and helps regulate body temperature, keeping you more comfortable in both warm and cool weather.