If our internal body temperature is 98°, how come we prefer weather at about 70?

Question

If our internal body temperature is 98°, how come we prefer weather at about 70?

In: Biology

Answer 1

Your body is constantly generating more heat and needs to constantly be able to get rid of excess heat. It’s much easier to get rid of that excess heat when the air you’re surrounded by is at a lower temperature than if it’s at the same temperature as your body.