Some people run naturally hot—98.9°F is their baseline. Others are cool cats at 97.0°F. Neither is wrong.
Your circadian rhythm dictates a daily swing of about 0.5°F to 1°F. Peak at 4 PM, dip at 4 AM. You’re a solar-powered lizard in disguise.
And here’s the kicker: your brain is the hottest organ, around 101°F. Next time you think hard, imagine your skull is a toaster oven.
Why You Should Care (It’s Fun!)
Knowing your normal temp turns you into a detective. Check it at different times—morning, after a walk, before bed. You’ll see your pattern.
If you suddenly run 1.5°F higher than your personal average, you might be fighting a bug. You’ll catch colds before they catch you.
Plus, you can now impress friends at parties: “Actually, 98.6°F is a myth. Your temp is a narrative, not a target.” You’ll sound like a genius.
