You too? This is the average time Colombians go to sleep.

In a world where sleep has become an increasingly scarce resource, people's sleep habits are beginning to come under scrutiny . In this context, the World Population Review published an updated report detailing average sleep schedules in more than 50 countries, revealing not only what time their citizens go to bed and wake up, but also how well they sleep.

This global ranking provides data that helps us understand how well (or poorly) we are sleeping , and what impact this may have on public health. This analysis becomes relevant when considering that each country's sleep patterns reveal much more than simple nighttime routines: they are a profound reflection of its inhabitants' culture, lifestyle, and social priorities.

Colombia appears to be one of the countries where people go to bed relatively early . With an average bedtime of 11:41 p.m., Colombians are among the earliest risers in the study , in contrast to countries like Greece or the United Arab Emirates, where people go to bed after 1 a.m.

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In addition to going to bed relatively early, Colombians are also among the world's earliest risers. With an average wake-up time of 6:31 a.m., they are the second earliest-rising country in the study, behind only South Africa, where people rise around 6:24 a.m. This gives the Colombian population an average of 397 minutes (6 hours and 37 minutes) of time in bed. This data reinforces the idea that Colombian culture is dominated by a schedule, possibly influenced by work and school schedules, and family dynamics that begin very early in the day. Thus, while in some places going to bed late is associated with an active social life or long workdays, in others, the discipline of early rest prevails as part of a more structured view of the day. For this reason, understanding what time people go to bed and wake up in different parts of the world not only offers data on health, but also valuable insights into how each society lives, works, and interacts.

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What about other countries in the world?

Despite this, the country isn't among the best in terms of sleep quality: Colombia's overall sleep rating is just 15 points, in a ranking led by Malaysia (50), Ireland (49), and the United States (48). That's why, although Colombia has a healthier bedtime than many countries, its citizens still aren't getting optimal rest.

The consequences of not getting enough rest are immediate. Hospital Clinic Barcelona highlights some of them:

1. Cognitive and emotional deterioration

Lack of sleep affects concentration, memory, and decision-making. It can also cause irritability, anxiety, and frequent mood swings. In the long term, it increases the risk of depression.

2. Problems in the immune system

Lack of sleep weakens the body's defenses, making it more prone to infections like colds or the flu. The body needs rest to produce and release certain immune substances.

3. Cardiovascular and metabolic risks

Sleep deprivation is associated with an increased risk of hypertension, heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes, as it disrupts key hormonal processes and glucose metabolism.

4. Poor physical and mental performance

Lack of sleep reduces energy, motor coordination, and physical endurance. It also decreases productivity, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

5. Premature aging and dermatological problems

During sleep, the skin regenerates. If you don't get enough rest, it's common to see dark circles, dull skin, and signs of premature aging, as the cellular repair process is disrupted.