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September 29, 2026 | Read online
Why a Hot Shower Before Bed Helps You Fall Asleep Faster
It's not a myth or worthless hack. A hot shower before bed can improve your rest, but only with the right water temperature and timing. Here's what a meta-analysis of 13 studies found.
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I’ve seen you talk about cooling beds. I want to save up for one to adjust my temperature when I sleep. But does the hot shower trick help you rest better? -Beth, Utah
The short answer: Yes, a warm shower can help you fall asleep faster, but the timing matters.
Many people think a warm shower works because it calms you down. But the evidence suggests the sleep benefits of a hot shower come from the temperature change.
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