Should you reconsider sleeping with a fan on at night?

Are you one of those people who can’t sleep in the summertime without a fan blowing in the bedroom? Personally, I like to sleep with a fan so my room doesn’t get super stuffy at night. Yet, I was today years old when I discovered that it’s probably not the best idea to leave a fan blowing on your body all night long.

Why? Well, other than being a fire hazard, it turns out it can cause dry skin and eyes and even worsen allergies, among other negative side effects. Keep reading to learn the truth about sleeping with your fan on at night.

Fans Are A Great Way To Help You Cool Down

Heat Wave In Kashmir
Firdous Nazir/NurPhoto via Getty Images
Firdous Nazir/NurPhoto via Getty Images

A portable fan doesn’t blow cool air as AC does, but fans can help you keep cool in the summer heat by providing some airflow.

Sometimes serious heat needs serious fans, or maybe you just need some circulation in a particularly stuffy room.