Hotter Nights Stealing Sleep Across World, India Among Hardest Hit
Rising nighttime temperatures caused by climate change are significantly reducing sleep duration for millions of people globally. Residents in the Middle East and South Asia, including India, are experiencing some of the most severe impacts on rest due to intensified heat.
A recent analysis reveals that hotter nights are increasingly depriving global populations of necessary sleep. The data indicates that urban centers in the Middle East have recorded the highest levels of heat-related sleep loss, as temperatures remain dangerously high even after the sun sets.
India and other regions in South Asia, Southeast Asia, and West Africa are also identified as major hotspots for this trend. In these areas, the combination of high humidity and elevated nighttime temperatures prevents the human body from cooling down, which is essential for entering deep sleep cycles.
Researchers warn that persistent sleep deprivation due to environmental heat can lead to long-term health complications, including cardiovascular issues and diminished cognitive function. The impact is most pronounced in densely populated cities where the urban heat island effect traps warmth throughout the night.
This findings come as climate scientists report that nighttime temperatures are rising at a faster rate than daytime temperatures in many parts of the world. Source: News Agencies.
