We’ve all been there: You’re in the middle of a productive day, when suddenly it hits you. You’re hot. Or cold. Or both. Maybe your computer is too warm, or you chair is too cold, but regardless of the source of discomfort, there’s a good chance it’ll distract you from getting things done as quickly and effectively as possible.

In fact, according to research published in the Journal of Applied Psychology, there’s a direct link between temperatures and productivity across different industries. As temperatures rise above 75 degrees Fahrenheit (23 Celsius), employees’ ability to complete tasks decreases significantly and not just because they feel uncomfortable! Researchers believe this is because higher temperatures lead to decreases in cognitive performance due to changes in blood flow that occur when we sweat more often than normal. The same study found that colder temperatures can also lower productivity levels—-but only if they fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit (15 Celsius). So what does this mean for office environments? Should companies be raising their thermostats or lowering them? How do we achieve comfort AND get work done? Here’s what we’ve learned about how temperature affects workplace productivity.