What's Actually a Good Temperature for Sauna Sessions?

Finding a good temperature for sauna sessions is usually the first thing people argue about when they're sitting on those wooden benches, dripping with sweat. If you ask a Finnish person, they might tell you that anything under 180°F is basically just a lukewarm room. But if you're new to the whole heat therapy thing, stepping into a room that hot might feel like you've accidentally walked into a pizza oven. The truth is, there isn't one single number that works for everyone because the "right" temp depends heavily on what kind of sauna you're using and how much heat your body can actually handle without feeling like it's waving a white flag. ...

May 4, 2026 · 6 min · Tily Jackie