You’re staring at the dial: What temp should a sauna be for maximum benefit? Most guides give a generic range (like 150-190°F), but they miss the crucial point: the "right" temperature depends on you. Are you a complete beginner who should start at a gentle 140°F, or an advanced user targeting cardiovascular benefits at 185°F? Furthermore, are you using a dry traditional sauna or an infrared sauna that heats your body directly at a lower temperature (120-150°F)? Using the wrong temperature for your experience level is the fastest way to risk heat exhaustion instead of achieving stress relief. Click here to learn more