Why It's so Cold on Airplanes & Tips on How to Stay Warm

People have different capacities for acceptable temperatures

Not all travelers wear thick clothing

Women are most likely to wear shorts, dress, or skirts than pants to stay comfortable

One’s temperature window also depends on age and physical fitness

Passengers from countries with hot weather, like the Philippines, deal with the 24 degrees Celsius temperature differently from Western people

Taking all these into consideration though, newer plane models have better temperature regulators on board. These advanced thermostats can control the coldness and hotness of the cabin more precisely than older aircrafts. So much so that they can set the temperature per row.

How To Stay Warm During Flights

If and when you end up in a cold cabin, here are a few tips to keep warm during your flight:

Choose seats two rows away from any exit door because they’re sometimes “drafty”. Also, avoid sitting at the very back of the plane, where it is colder.

Wear pants during your flight. Upon arrival at your destination, you can change into your shorts or dress.

If it’s an overnight flight, pack a pair of socks for extra warmth.

Pack a lightweight scarf onto your hand carry so that you can easily use it when your trip gets too chilly for you.

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