to what extent does it provide warmth?
405595
The jacket is pretty thin so it doesn't provide very much additional warmth. It is water tight and pretty wind resistant so it does cut down a bit on wind chill, but the jacket is no substitute for layering or a heavier coat if you plan on using it in cold temperatures.
405596
This jacket is a light shell and not designed for warmth. Layer if it's cold.
405597
My husband says that it holds the heat in the rain in fall and spring. He has never worn it in the winter. I have a Marmot as well and agree wholeheartedly. Our daughter also wears one and agrees with us. It is much warmer than any other rain jacket we have worn.
405598
It provides a respectable amount of warmth for what it is (a rain jacket, not a coat). Throw on a couple layers under this jacket and you're good to go. I've worn this in non-rain, less than 40 degree (F) conditions and it's kept me warm with some layering.
2267793
Regular heat. I agree; not for a large area. I use it mostly for relaxation and keeping my feet warm where I while I work on the computer. But I do enjoy it!
382049
Not much, just at the edge closer to shoulder. look at the picture and imagine a ~5 by 8 inch heat/cold pack in both the front side and the backside. That's how much coverage you get.
388454
No. It is warm and comfortable. But as I told you it will loose its grip in some time.
1712084
It does retain heat a bit. Not terrible though if you use good cotton sheets. The comfort is worth it.
912245
I haven't had it a year. Only a month. It does not add any exta warmth. I have a mattress cover over it which may make a difference.
13432
In my opinion I don't think it's that thick but it's not thin. To me it's average. Also It's warm but the level of warmth is different from person to person.
1086500
We do not find it to be excessively warm. We are very happy with it; it is in our travel trailer.
1970145
Yes, it does get warm on the back, but you can hold your hand on it and not get burned, it's not THAT warm.
106973
It does warm up, but certainly not enough to burn you. Basically, it is a bit warmer to the touch.
546519
It doesn't really cool as far as I can tell, it just keeps the heat off your lap.
749654
It's really not bad. Not uncomfortable to sleep with, but does get a little warm sometimes. Still, would recommend
1888551
Slightly. Not enough for someone who is picky about a cooler temperature to really notice. And not enough for the warm-loving people who enjoy a hot bed. Which ever you are, this will increase the heat a little. Only when you lay on it during the night. Not before you get into it.
404680
Our amount of usage is limited. We have found it does not radiate heat much beyond the edges of the unit. When you sit back and put your feet up, you will definitely feel the heat on your feet. Yes, you will most likely have to get close to feel the warmth.
352672
The directions state that it will NOT feel hot to the touch - it warms the bed and you have to get in the bed to appreciate the heat. I LOVE this blanket, as it does not overheat, I never become uncomfortably hot and the softness is lovely.
1640255
It is a 4 watt heat source which very minimal. But yes - when place your hand toward the back of the pillow - near the electric cord you should feel a tiny warm spot. My 15 year old cat, who is always cold, happily curls up for hours in the thermo- bed. She did not seek the heating vents at all this winter so I assume that tiny heat source was all she really wanted.
1435621
When I wear it for an extended period of time in the house I tend to feel overly warm. It's a lot of fabric. I would compare it to wearing a light sweater. I'm in the Midwest and haven't had the opportunity to use it outside yet.