Summer is right around the corner, bringing fun in the sun, backyard barbecues, and rising temperatures along with it. But for hot sleepers (like myself!) the return of summer also means it’s time for a bedding refresh. Lucky for us, there are so many great cooling sheets available on Amazon, including some of our top picks for the best cooling sheets overall and some more budget-friendly options.
Any hot sleeper knows there’s nothing worse than waking up in the middle of the night overheating, but staying cool while you sleep is about more than just comfort. Research shows that if you’re too warm throughout the night, your body struggles to enter REM sleep and slow-wave sleep, which are the sleep stages most associated with getting good night’s rest.
Keith Cushner, product expert at SleepFoundation.org says that fabric choice and weave are the most important factors to consider when shopping for cooling sheets. "Some materials are more temperature-regulating and moisture-wicking than others, so choosing a material is key. Linen, cotton, and lyocell are some of the best cooling options for sheets," says Cushner. "Weave refers to the way the sheets are sewn together. Sateen and percale are typically the best for hot sleepers as they allow for the most airflow.”
How we chose the best cooling sheets on Amazon
Considering Cushner’s recommendations, we rounded up the best cooling sheets on Amazon in each of these categories and even consulted customer reviews to ensure they’re worth the hype.
Whether you prefer eucalyptus lyocell, luxurious linen, or traditional Egyptian cotton, there is a cooling sheet set on Amazon that will work for you and your budget (no—you don't have to break the bank just to stay cool through the night). Ahead, the eight best cooling sheet sets on Amazon.
Our top picks