The Surprising Truth: 28°C Is the Hidden Passion Switch in Summer

Can temperature changes really affect sexual desire and libido? Japanese scholars have pointed out that men are more likely to experience sexual arousal when the temperature reaches 28 degrees Celsius, humidity is above 80%, and wind speed is below 2 meters per second. Is there any truth to the saying “summer of libido”? Domestic doctors say that the key to influencing libido lies in male hormones, and high temperatures promoting circulation may lead to more vigorous secretion.

According to Dr. Chang Meng-lin, an attending physician in the Department of Urology at Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital, a person’s sexual desire and libido are mainly affected by the level of hormones. If male hormone secretion is vigorous, he will naturally be sexually aroused at all times.

Zhang Menglin believes that although the claim that temperature triggers libido is difficult to prove scientifically, the high temperature environment in summer improves blood circulation and may also promote the secretion of male hormones. Therefore, it is possible that this is why some people have the impression that they “want to have sex as soon as summer arrives”.

On the other hand, the peak of male hormone secretion actually occurs in the morning. Therefore, many urologists take advantage of this “timing” to encourage men with mild erectile dysfunction to make full use of this optimal time for sexual activity, so that they can naturally regain their virility without relying on medication.

However, there are some things to be aware of when having sex in the summer! Zhang Menglin reminds everyone that urinary tract infections are common in both men and women during the summer because of excessive sweating and insufficient water intake. It is best to drink more water before and after sexual activity, or urinate as much as possible afterward to avoid bacteria remaining in the urethra and increasing the chance of infection.