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Kate Lally

Sleep hacks that actually work in hot weather as heatwave hits

With the UK experiencing its second heatwave in just a few weeks, many of us can find it difficult to sleep at night.

Temperatures in Liverpool are set to reach 30C this week, with an amber weather warning already in place from the Met Office. While some will see the heat as cause for celebration, many others will experience discomfort and sleepless nights.

Uncomfortable hot weather can lead to tossing, turning, and plenty of lost sleep – while shorter summer nights mean the body has fewer natural cues to switch off.

READ MORE: Met Office issues amber weather warning as heatwave looms

Thankfully, there are a number of ways to beat the heat and get a good night's sleep. A sleep expert at Silentnight has shared some of her top tips on how to stay cool during hot weather.

Hannah Shore told the ECHO : “Sleeping in the heat can be a real nightmare, we are constantly throwing off the duvet, twisting and turning and trying to find the 'cool' side of the pillow, all of which affects the quality of the sleep we get.

“If you have difficulty sleeping during the warmer months, you should consider having a different duvet for summer and winter. Your summer duvet should be a lightweight duvet, and if you’re still too warm to sleep, this can be swapped for a sheet.

“In this extreme weather you may want to opt for no duvet at all or a light sheet. If this feels better, remove the duvet from the bed completely placing it on the floor ensuing you have maximum space in the bed.

“For couples, you might want to consider sleeping in a separate bed to your partner while the extreme weather lasts. This will help keep both of you cool."

Here are Hannah's top five tips for sleeping in hot weather:

  • Remove the duvet from your bed
  • Ensure your PJs are loose fitting and made from breathable materials
  • Place a bowl of iced water in front of your fan to circulate cool air
  • Keep your curtains and blinds closed throughout the day
  • Keep a glass of iced water, or a damp flannel, by your bed for instant cooling

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