Why do I get headaches when the temperature drops?

A sudden drop in temperature can trigger a headache or migraine in some people, especially if you’re sensitive to cold, changes in weather, or barometric pressure. Research suggests that weather changes can influence headache risk, although the effect varies from person to person.

In a large study of 7,054 people seeking emergency care for severe headaches, researchers found that changes in temperature and other weather conditions were associated with headache visits. The researchers estimated that a 5°C (9°F) increase in temperature was associated with about a 7.5% higher risk of severe headache—showing that temperature changes can matter, even though the study did not specifically establish that falling temperatures cause headaches.
Research: Mukamal et al., Neurology
https://doi.org/10.1212/01.WNL.0000343515.11348.43

If cold weather seems to be one of your triggers, try staying warm, drinking enough fluids, maintaining regular sleep and meals, and tracking your headaches alongside temperature changes.

For additional comfort, Soothie Hoodie can provide cold or warm therapy and gentle pressure around the head and upper neck. It can be used as a complementary comfort tool alongside your usual migraine or headache management plan.

If your headaches suddenly become severe, frequent, or noticeably different from your usual headaches, seek medical advice.