Why Women Feel the Cold More Intensely Than Men and How to Get Warm Efficiently
Have you ever wondered why women are always reaching for a sweater while the men around you seem perfectly fine? Science has the answer—women feel the cold more intensely than men! But why does this happen? Here are the three main reasons:
Women’s Core Body Temperature is Higher
While most humans maintain a core temperature around 98.6°F (37°C), women average 0.4°F higher than men, creating a surprising thermal paradox. This warmer baseline actually makes women more sensitive to cold, as their bodies perceive chilly air as more extreme by contrast. The difference in core temperature is substantial: women prefer rooms at 77°F (25°C), while men find 72°F (22°C) perfectly comfortable.
Women’s Extremity Temperature is Lower
Women's extremities run significantly colder than men's - up to 2.7°F (1.5°C) chillier in the hands. This happens because female bodies prioritize warming core organs over limbs, redirecting blood flow away from hands and feet.
Cold perception starts when skin nerves alert the brain to temperature drops. So even though women have a warmer core, those icy fingers and toes that are exposed to cold send powerful "I'm cold!" signals that men simply don't experience as intensely.
Women Have Less Muscle
Body composition and size also influence cold perception. Women typically have less muscle, a natural heat generator, than men, as well as 6 to 11 percent more body fat. While this fat insulates their core organs, it blocks warm blood flow to the skin and extremities.
How to Stay Warm Efficiently
As we’ve discussed, women tend to feel colder due to lower extremity temperatures. That’s why keeping hands and feet warm is key to staying cozy in chilly weather for women.
At ororo, we offer a range of heated gloves and socks designed to lock in warmth right where you need it most.
- Instant Warmth for Your Hands: The Buffalo Heated Gloves 2.0 feature an all-around finger-heating system and a water-resistant exterior, making them the perfect companion for winter adventures.
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- Toasty Comfort for Your Feet: The Tahoe Unisex Heated Socks 4.0 come with dual heating zones (front sole + front instep) to ensure your feet stay warm even in freezing temperatures.
👉 Discover more options in our Women’s Heated Socks & Footwear Collection!
Stay warm, stay comfortable—effortlessly! At ororo, we engineer warmth for how women’s bodies actually work—and you deserve to enjoy winter, not just endure it.
