Is your Apple Watch overheating, getting too warm, or uncomfortably hot? If any of these statements are true, then you are in the right place. Here we have shared fixes that actually work and will help you in fixing the Apple Watch overheating issues in just a few minutes.
Remember, if your Apple Watch shows a temperature warning screen, stop using it immediately and let it cool down before using it again.
Apple Watch Overheating – Fix
Remove the charger and use MFi-certified accessories
Apple Watch often overheats while it is charging. This is because of its lithium battery, which typically warms up when it charges. On top of that, Apple Watch’s magnetic inductive charging generates a bit more heat than a standard cable would. All of this is pretty normal.
Having said that, if your Apple Watch is getting too hot during charging, it is a good idea to remove it from its charger for 10 to 15 minutes, and then plug it back in after it has fallen to a normal temperature.
Also, make sure to always use official or MFi-Certified chargers to charge your Apple Watch. Cheap third-party chargers can cause overheating problems, so avoid those at all costs.
Reduce background activity and kill apps
If your Apple Watch has recently been updated with new software or you have restored a backup on it, then this could cause it to overheat. Normally, with a new software install or backup restore, Apple Watch is silently syncing gigabytes of data during which it is downloading apps, health records, and other types of data. Give it 20-30 minutes as it usually settles down on its own.
Too many apps running in the background can also cause the Apple Watch to overheat. Here’s how you can kill unnecessary apps and solve this issue.
- Press the Digital Crown button twice to access the App Switcher.
- Swipe through the apps to find the ones you don’t need.
- Swipe left on the app’s preview card and then tap on the X button to kill it.
Update watchOS
More often than not, Apple Watch gets hot due to software bugs. You can update its software by following the steps below.
- On Apple Watch: Open the Settings app -> Go to General -> Software Update and install any available updates.
- On iPhone: Open the Watch App -> Tap on My Watch tab -> Go to General -> Software Update and install any available updates.
Avoid direct sunlight
When you use or charge an Apple Watch in hot environments, it can raise its temperature quickly. Try to keep it in a cool place and avoid charging it under direct sunlight.
Remove the case or bands
If you are using protective cases or tight bands on your Apple Watch, then they can contribute in making the Apple Watch hot. Remove them temporarily and see if your Apple Watch stops overheating.
Reset Settings
If nothing has worked so far, then you can reset the Apple Watch to fix the overheating issue. Follow the steps below to do this.
- On your Watch, open the Settings app.
- Tap on General.
- Scroll down and tap on Reset.
- Finally, tap on Erase All Content and Settings.
After resetting the watch, set it up again.
That’s it, this is how you can stop the Apple Watch from overheating. You can follow these steps to stop overheating on all models of Apple Watch, including all models of Apple Watch Ultra, Apple Watch Series 11 or older, and Apple Watch SE.
