Your 101 guide to having the best afternoon sex 

Some people like to have sex in the morning, some people prefer the night time, but we are here to argue that afternoons are the optimum time to get freaky. Think about it. In the afternoons you’ve been awake for a while but not so long that you’re exhausted from the day. You don’t have to worry about morning breath or falling asleep mid-way because you just can’t keep your eyes open. However, the reason that tops our list is that afternoon sex has the potential to lead to a brilliant afternoon nap (with cuddles, of course). 

If we have you convinced or if you were already a subscriber to the ‘afternoon sex is the best’ philosophy, we’ve curated a list of things you can do and keep in mind to make your sexy-time session even sexier. Are you taking notes? 

Use the natural lighting to your advantage

The beauty of afternoon sex is that it negates the pressure of achieving the ideal mood lighting. You don’t need to have perfectly-dimmed lamps or light numerous candles. Instead of focusing on the set-up, why not leave a gap in the curtain and use natural light to your advantage? This way you wouldn’t need to worry about the ‘lights on or lights off’ conundrum either.  

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Make time for a buildup 

Afternoon sex doesn’t have to be a quickie. Even if it is, who said quickies need to be a one-and-done-thing? Text your partner what you’re waiting to do to them when you two meet up on your lunch break or send them sexy photos of yourself. Some beforehand teasing and flirting can only enhance the experience, even if it’s going to be a short session. 

Don’t focus on the climax  

If you have an afternoon free to just spend some “quality time” with your partner, don’t skip to the end. If you focus on the climax, you’ll miss out on all the fun, pleasurable activities that come before the final act. And considering that afternoons like these are hard to come by, it would be a wasted opportunity. Think of it not as a race but as a marathon. Prioritise connecting with your partner and getting to know their body—even if you’ve been with them for years, you can always discover something new. The big O is bound to come, but if you want to optimise the afternoon sessh, don’t go straight for the kill. Savour each other.  

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Remember, your hormones are on your side 

According to hormone expert and author of WomanCode, Alisa Vitti, afternoons are the best time to get freaky. Her research showed that men have a higher level of estrogen in the afternoon, whereas women are high on cortisol levels. A nice balance! Keeping this in mind, make use of every afternoon you get with your partner!

Go ahead and give yourself a headstart  

Unless it’s a lazy weekend afternoon, mid-day sex is rushed. A quickie squeezed in during lunch breaks, if you will. And if that is the case, it never hurts to touch yourself beforehand so you’re all warmed up and it’s easier for your partner to get you aroused and get to the good stuff.