Why Do Women Seemingly Prefer Hotter Temperatures Than Men?

26 July 2017, 16:30

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This caller wanted to know why when he gets into the shower after his wife, it's always set far hotter than he would like.

Question

Why do women seem to prefer hotter temperatures than men?

Jack, Manchester

Answer

Women carry more body fat than men, and it takes them longer to warm up, hence wanting to be hotter.

Anon

Qualification - This was once explained to them