on why we love holiday sex.
A lot of us are born in August and September, but why?
If you’ve ever wondered why late summer birthdays seem to be everywhere, the answer points to one universal truth: people really like having sex during the holidays.
Birth data shows a spike in August and September birthdays, more than any other months, which means something is definitely happening in December. A study published in Scientific Reports backs it up: in predominantly Christian countries, Google searches containing the word “sex” peak around Christmas more than any other time of year. In Muslim countries, the same surge happens at the end of Ramadan.
These searches are not limited to porn. People are looking up everything from contraception to sexual health to general sex knowledge. It is an annual curiosity cycle that lines up almost perfectly with holiday downtime.
But why does the festive season get us feeling extra frisky? For many, the holidays are the rare stretch where life slows down enough to reconnect. It could be the warmth of spending time with people you care about, the permission to relax, the optimism of a new year, or simply the magic of an empty calendar. Happiness and intimacy have a long-standing connection. When we feel good, our desire often follows.
So here’s to a holiday season that’s as satisfying as it is celebratory. Just make sure you’re prepared.
Read more about why we love holiday sex.
