Why You May Wake Up Between 3:00 and 5:00 A.M.: The Science, Stress Factors, and History Behind Early-Morning Wakefulness
Waking up suddenly in the quiet hours before sunrise can feel strange, frustrating, and sometimes even unsettling. One moment you are asleep, and the next you are staring at the ceiling in complete darkness, wondering why your body decided it was time to wake up. For many people, this happens repeatedly between 3:00 and 5:00…