This Is Why Autumn Can Make You Feel Extra Sleepy

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lately, you're not alone. There's a reason some animals hibernate come , and if you're feeling sleepy by 4pm, that's because autumn has already started influencing the factors that make us want to nap.While long, light summer evenings are energizing (encouraging socializing and exercising)—cold, dark autumn nights edge often do the opposite, making us less able to function with the same stamina.It's a feeling that many of us can relate to. “Autumn weather can make us feel due to a phenomenon known as ‘weather whiplash’—sudden and unpredictable shifts in temperature and weather conditions,” explains Bethany Lawrence, osteopath and health expert for . “These abrupt changes can disrupt the body's circadian rhythms, leading to fatigue and an increased desire to sleep.

Unlike summer, where the extended daylight and warmer temperatures often encourage activity and reduce sleepiness, autumn’s cooling temperatures and darker days make the body crave more rest,” she adds.Our bodies actually rest best in a cooler environment, so the dip in temperature can act as a natural sedative. “It's important to understand how seasonal changes, particularly cooler weather, can influence sleep patterns,” says Lawrence. “During autumn, the drop in temperature can promote longer and deeper sleep because cooler environments help the body regulate its core temperature more efficiently, which is crucial for initiating and maintaining restful sleep,” she explains.