10 Best Cooling Pajamas of 2023

Jan 02, 2024

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Stay perfectly dry and cool at night, no matter the sleep conditions.

Summer is coming, and bringing with it uncomfortably hot nights in some parts of the country — so hot that air conditioners, ceiling fans, window units, and open windows struggle to keep up with the intensity. And hot weather isn't the only trigger for warm nights, either: menopause, medications, and even stress and anxiety can cause sweaty sleeping conditions that are uncomfortable and unpleasant any time of year.

Pajamas with cooling properties can help. The best cooling pajamas are typically made from natural materials, such as cotton, bamboo, linen, or silk. They’re loose fitting, breathable, and have moisture-wicking properties. And our picks for the top cooling pajamas are just plain cute, too, in styles including two-piece sets, shorts, capri pants, joggers, tanks, sleep shirts, nightgowns, and more.

No matter your budget, there's something just for you on our list.

These are the best cooling pajamas to keep you comfortable and dry on hot nights (or for hot sleepers).

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This soft, breathable bamboo nightgown is lightweight and moisture-wicking. The sleeveless tank sleep dress has symmetrical stretchy satin V-necks at the front and back for maximum airflow. This breezy night dress is machine washable and comes in dozens of colors and prints.

This tank top sleep set is soft, drape-y, and breathable. The tank's flattering pleated front adds style, and an invisible tag ensures maximum comfort. Plus, this easy care set is machine washable, tumble dry-friendly, and won't wrinkle.

These pull-on pajamas derive from moisture-wicking, and temperature-regulating bamboo. They’re super soft, breathable, flattering, and plenty stylish, too — just right for lounging as well as sleeping.

This rayon and spandex sleep dress is breathable and moisture-wicking for a cooling effect. The relaxed fit and eye-catching prints make it as cute as it is comfy for a great night's sleep.

This cooling maxi dress from a woman-owned small business allows you to go bra free for lounging or video calls, while being super comfy for sleep — you’ll want to wear it 24/7. Flattering and supremely soft, this is a new go-to worthy of the splurge.

These jogger pants are made from an ultra-drape-y and next-level comfy cotton jersey blend that gets softer every time you wash them. Wear them both in and out of bed; two front pockets make them extra versatile and functional.

Made of 95 percent rayon and 5 percent spandex, these roomy and cooling PJ pants are buttery soft as well as cooling. An elastic waist with ribbon drawstring makes them supremely comfy, and the so-called Temptech technology helps you maintain the ideal temperature for sleep — warm when you’re cold, and cooling when you’re warm.

This chemise is made from so-called Cool Nights fabric that's designed to stay cool to the touch for a perfectly comfy night's sleep. Plus, it has a wow-worthy palm print with contrasting piping that highlights the V-neck and V-back. Customize the fit just so with adjustable straps.

This super-soft PJ set is made from an organic cotton-blend fabric that won't shrink during washing. The button-front top is slightly fitted to shape the body, and the pants are relaxed with a comfy flat-front waistband, adjustable drawstring, and side pockets.

These cooling silk pajamas are super luxurious — self care in a shorts set — and the silk set is machine-washable, too. The look is chic and elegant, with clean lines and a wide range of colors from timeless to fun and flirty.

✔️ Natural materials: If you're in the market for cooling pajamas, it's important to select breathable fabrics like cotton, bamboo, linen, eucalyptus, and silk. "Avoid synthetic materials such as polyester or nylon, which can trap heat and moisture," advises celebrity wardrobe stylist Pilar Scratch.

✔️ Moisture-wicking: Scour product descriptions and reviews in search of moisture-wicking properties, features that promote airflow, and other temperature-regulating features. "Look out for features like moisture-wicking and ventilation to help regulate your body temperature and ensure a comfortable night's sleep," Scratch says.

✔️ Breathability: Stephen Light is a certified sleep science coach and the CEO and co-owner of Nolah Technologies, where he's involved in product development, including cooling bedding. He underscores breathability for keeping cool at night. "Breathable pajamas allow body heat to escape and fresh air to flow in," he says. "Meanwhile, fabrics that wick moisture assist your body's natural cooling system by wicking away sweat for quick, cooling evaporation."

Alesandra is a digital travel and lifestyle journalist based in Los Angeles whose work has appeared in Good Housekeeping, Woman's Day, Prevention, Insider, Glamour, Shondaland, AFAR, Parents, TODAY and countless other online and print outlets. Alesandra has a masters degree in journalism with an emphasis on cultural reporting and criticism from NYU, and a bachelor's degree from UC Berkeley. An avid traveler, she trots the globe with her husband and their twins.

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