The Best Cooling Sheets for Hot Nights

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The Best Cooling Sheets To Buy If You're a Hot Sleeper

From days spent splashing in the pool to dining al fresco during warm evenings, summer brings its own special kind of magic. But if you're a hot sleeper, it can be difficult to enjoy all of the fun that this season has to offer. Fortunately, there are quite a few things you can do to ensure you get a good night's sleep during the hottest months of the year, such as buying a cooling mattress, mattress pad, or cooling bed sheets.

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Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly buy or something a little more eco-friendly, check out the best cooling sheets you can find below.

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These sheets are the crème de la crème of cooling sheets. "The Regulator" sheets are made with bamboo rayon and feel as "light as a feather but as durable as a truck." They almost have the same sheen as silk, but work all night to wick away sweat and keep your body temperature regulated all night long. If there's one bamboo sheet set you want to invest in, it's this one.

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These sheets from Brooklinen are comprised of percale, a tightly woven cotton fabric known for its breathable, cool-to-the-touch feel. Percale is also highly durable and easy to wash, so it's particularly great if you share the bed with a four-legged family member (or three). The set also comes in a variety of beautiful color options, ranging from fun, colorful patterns to soothing neutrals and sophisticated pastels.

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Eucalyptus is another fabric that's gaining popularity in the bedroom for its cooling properties. And not only are these eucalyptus sheets from Buffy cooling, but they're also eco-friendly, using 10 times less water than it takes to make cotton. Plus, they're naturally dyed, using organic substances like turmeric, tea, and pomegranate to create beautiful hues to suit every style.

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Developed using NASA-engineered Outlast fibers, the Stratus Sheet Set from Slumber Cloud takes cooling bedsheets to the next level. The sheets' combination of Outlast viscose and premium cotton fibers create ultra-soft and durable sheets that adapt to your body's temperatures throughout the night. And how do they do it? Well, the Outlast technology is comprised of thousands of microscopic beads, each set to a specific temperature that can counter the temperature changes your body experiences throughout the night. Thanks, technology.

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Your bank account will love these sheets for their affordable price point, and you'll love them for their ability to keep you cool all night long. These microfiber sheets are super soft, have deep pockets, and will help you feel like you're in a sweet luxury hotel without the hefty price tag.

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Linen is often the first material people think of when considering breathable summer fabrics, but it's not always the softest on the skin. However, Parachute's luxe linen sheets are plenty soft thanks to being grown in regions with optimal soil conditions that promote long fibers, avoiding the scratchy feeling often associated with the fabric. They're also designed to get softer every time you wash them, and they come in a variety of colors to complement any aesthetic. They're pretty much perfect for summer.

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Ettitude's sheet set is a silky and sustainable bamboo sheet set that will keep you from overheating during hot summer nights. Made from 100% bamboo lyocell, it has a breathable weave and smooth feel that's comparable to 1,000 thread count cotton, according to the brand. And if you have sensitive skin, these sheets are hypoallergenic. Learn even more about this pick in our in-depth Ettitude sheets review.

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Made from a blend of breathable fabrics such as Supima cotton and TENCEL fibers, this sheet set from GhostBed is a high-quality find. These silky sheets are extra absorbent and perfect for use year-round. Plus, they're wrinkle-resistant, so you rarely have to worry about a messy-looking bed.

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If you need airflow at night, you need this Casper sheet set made with cooling and breathable TENCEL Lyocell fabric. With its innovative grid weave, these sheets promote airflow seven times better than leading brands of percale sheets, according to the brand. Thanks to its grid weave, it has a vent-like structure, so it's naturally airier than other sheets on the market. With these sheets, you'll sleep in a cozy, cool oasis every single night.

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Best for Deep Pockets: Bedsure 100% Bamboo Sheets, $49.99

Get a gorgeous set of sheets that won't break the bank or cause morning sweats. With a buttery-soft feel, moisture-wicking capabilities, and temperature-regulating breathability, you'll wonder why you didn't buy these years ago. And since they're 100% viscose, derived from bamboo, they are easy on the skin (even super sensitive skin). Find your favorite color and make bedtime super cool.

Your sheets support you night after night, so you need something that is both super soft and very durable. By absorbing moisture efficiently, this percale sheet set will regulate your body temperature better than cotton, leading to much cooler nights. These sheets also protect against bacterial growth while being eco-friendly and skin-loving. It's time for you to truly wake up feeling refreshed.

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