The Best Summer Bedding for Each Climate
Stay cool and experience quality sleep.
Air conditioning can only do so much when the temperatures soar. Not to mention, it's scientifically proven that we sleep better when it's cooler. That's why having the right bedding is so important. In this guide, we break down the best summer bedding for humid, dry, or cool climates so you can sleep comfortably.
Bedding for Humid Summer Climates
Midwestern states like Michigan or Ohio, Southern states like Florida, Louisiana, or Texas, and portions of the East Coast like Maryland, Virginia, and the Carolinas are all known for their humid summer conditions. To ensure you stay cool and dry as you sleep, we recommend breathable, moisture-wicking bedding materials like bamboo, cotton, or linen. Bedding designed with cooling technology is also helpful to keep you from overheating. Below, we've compiled a list of some of the best summer bedding for humid climates, including lightweight cooling comforters, breathable sheets, and more.
1. Bedsure Cooling Comforter
The Bedsure Cooling Comforter is literally designed to help you feel 4°F cooler, and it's 10 times more absorbent and breathable compared to cotton. These features can keep you from overheating or sweating, even on humid summer nights. The result is dry, restful sleep. Made of rayon from bamboo, this comforter wicks moisture like a pro and is ultra-soft, allowing you to stay comfortable all night long. Choose from several size options and either harbor mist (pictured above) or pure white color finishes to complement your bed.
These bamboo sheets are moisture-wicking and cooling, which is why they're the perfect foundation for a sweat-free sleep. Since they have a cooling effect, you can pair them with a lightweight comforter and still keep from feeling overheated. On especially humid nights, these sheets (plus AC) will do wonders for your sleep. This set comes with a fitted sheet, a flat sheet, and two matching pillowcases in the size and color of your choice.
Who doesn't want to feel like they're sleeping in a cozy cloud, even in the midst of summer? The Wayfair Sleep™ Lightweight Down Alternative Comforter has a “summer fill warmth rating”, meaning it has just enough fill material to provide comfort without being overly warm. For the best results, we recommend pairing this comforter with cooling sheets. When selecting this comforter, you have several color and size options to choose from.
This cooling sheet set by GhostBed features a blend of luxe Supima cotton and tencel (derived from eucalyptus). When woven together, these fabrics are 50% more absorbent than standard cotton, silky smooth, and cool-to-the-touch. An added bonus – these sheets are also dust-mite resistant and perfect for sensitive skin.
Bedding for Dry, Hot Summer Climates
Areas like New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, and even parts of Southern California are known for dry, hot summer conditions. For these climates, consider light, breathable bedding materials like linen or cotton percale (a cotton weave that provides more airflow). Are you prone to dry skin as a result of the weather? You may want to consider bedding that protects your skin's natural oils like silk or silk alternatives. If your area experiences occasional drops in nighttime temperatures – which is common in desert climates – you can always use a lightweight comforter for a bit of extra warmth. With these tips in mind, here are the top bedding materials to beat dry heat:
1. Relaxed Modern & Contemporary Linen Duvet Cover Set
Linen is ultra-breathable and gets softer with each use, making it the perfect option for summer bedding – especially in areas with dry heat that can cause skin dryness and irritation. That's why we had to include this linen duvet cover set! It comes with a linen duvet cover and matching pillow sham in the color and size of your choice. In the summer, use it by itself to stay cool and comfortable. In colder months, pair it with a duvet insert for a bit of extra warmth.
We love this sheet set because it's made of 100% organic cotton and is OEKO-TEX® certified, meaning it's free of harmful chemicals. The cotton fibers are interwoven in a percale weave, specially designed to make the sheets more breathable. Make this your staple summer bedding and then pair it with a bedspread when it gets colder.
Tip!
Want more color and pattern options with the same cooling percale weave? Check out these sheets:
This cooling comforter is the key to a good night's sleep. Made with a silky cool fabric, this comforter is gentle on the skin (perfect for heat-related dryness) and designed to quickly absorb body heat – reducing the possibility of overheating or night sweats. This is thanks to the comforter's dense cooling fiber fabric and high-strength weave. Use this comforter as you sleep or while lounging inside to escape the heat. Not to mention, it comes in three colors and size options!
Muslin is a type of cotton weave that's loose and breathable while still being cozy. This muslin blanket comes with a honeycomb-style quilted weave designed to absorb sweat and moisture, while the fabric itself is soft and comfortable on sensitive skin. Whether you use this as your main summer bedding layer or as a breezy sofa throw, we're sure it will be your go-to blanket. Select from a range of colors and sizes to best suit your needs.
The Emington Cotton Comforter Set has a 100% cotton percale shell for a cool, breathable feel, and a 100% polyester fill material, adding a bit of plush comfort as you sleep. The cotton percale weave is also soft and gentle on your skin – ideal after being exposed to hot, dry weather. In addition to the comforter, the set also includes one or two pillow shams depending on the size you choose (bed pillows not included), and comes in three colors.
Bedding for Summer Climates That Have Cool Nights
Portions of New England like Maine, Vermont, or New Hampshire, and areas of the Pacific Northwest like Washington or Ohio are known for having cooler summer nights. When choosing summer bedding for these climates, we recommend prioritizing breathable fabrics that can be layered, duvet covers that can be used with or without an insert depending on the temperature, and lightweight comforters or removable quilts that can be paired with breathable linen or cooling sheets. Here are some of our top bedding picks for cool summer climates:
1. 7-Piece Bedding Bundle - Pattern Comforter and Sheet Set
This comforter set comes with all the layers you need to get a good night's sleep. On warmer nights, you can peel back the comforter and sleep with the flat sheet to stay cool. When it gets cold, just replace the comforter. Each of the set's seven pieces is made with buttery soft OEKO-TEX®-certified (harmful chemical-free) microfiber, which is the perfect bedding material to help you stay warm on cooler summer nights. Choose from several colors, patterns, and sizes to cater to your preferences.
The Waffle Weave Cotton Blanket has an ultra-soft and breathable weave that works well as a main bedding layer during the summer months. On cooler nights, you can always pair it with a flat sheet or a quilt for added warmth. Available in multiple colors and sizes, this blanket is a must-have for sleeping or lounging, alike.
This lightweight, all-season quilted coverlet is the perfect flexible bedding option for cooler summer nights. We also love the subtle geometric print – a reminder that summer bedding should be just as stylish as it is functional. On warm nights you can keep the coverlet at the end of the bed and use a flat sheet by itself. When it gets colder, you can pair the coverlet with the flat sheet for a bit more coverage. Choose from three sizes and enjoy the matching pillow shams!
The Patterned Ultra Soft 3-Piece Duvet Cover Set can be used with or without a duvet insert, allowing you to transition your bedding from season-to-season and adjust for cooler summer temperatures. The OEKO-TEX®-certified (harmful chemical-free) microfiber fabric is designed to be just as breathable as it is cozy, so you can sleep comfortably even on hotter nights. This set comes with matching pillow shams (bed pillows not included) and is available in a wide range of sizes and patterns to cater to your style.
Tip!
For added plushness, pair this duvet cover set with a lightweight duvet insert.
The Farmhouse/Country Linen Geometric Shapes Quilt is designed with three layers to keep you cool yet cozy: a top layer of linen, a thin layer of batting, and a cotton percale layer for a silky-soft feel. You can use it by itself on cool summer nights or pair it with a set of cooling sheets for ideal temperature regulation. This quilt is also so versatile that you can use it throughout the year, pairing it with different sheets or blankets depending on the season. Choose from up to eight colors and three size options when you shop.
