Nightwear for Hot Sleepers – Guide

Short answer: Nightwear for hot sleepers should be light, loose and moisture-wicking – not necessarily as little as possible. Nightwear in bamboo viscose moves the sweat away from the skin and helps the body get rid of heat, so you sleep more calmly.

Are you a hot sleeper?

If you wake up regularly having thrown off the duvet, or your nightwear is damp in the morning, you sleep hot. The solution is not to sleep naked – then the sweat ends up in the sheet – but to choose materials that breathe. Read why in the guide to bamboo and temperature regulation.

The right nightwear

Choose loose nightwear in bamboo viscose: for women, for example pyjama shorts and a top or a light nightdress from bamboo nightwear for women, for men a loose sleep t-shirt or shorts from bamboo nightwear for men. If you get hot flushes, you can also read the post on bamboo clothing for menopause.

The bed has to keep up

Even the best nightwear loses if the duvet is too warm and the sheet does not breathe. Choose a light duvet and bamboo bedding, and read more in the post about sleeping better with bamboo.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best nightwear for hot sleepers?

Light, loose nightwear in a moisture-wicking material such as bamboo viscose. It moves the sweat away from the skin, so the body gets rid of heat more easily.

Is it better to sleep without clothes if you sleep hot?

Usually not. Without nightwear the sweat goes straight into the sheet and the duvet, which turn damp. Light breathable nightwear actually keeps you drier.

What else can I do as a hot sleeper?

Sleep cool at 16-18 degrees, choose a thin duvet and breathable bedding, and avoid alcohol and hard training right before bedtime.