In winter, the ceiling fan should blow air upward, not directly down on you. This is done by running the fan in a clockwise direction at a low speed when you look up at it.
Correct winter direction
When set to spin clockwise on low, the fan creates a gentle updraft that pulls cooler air up and pushes the warm air trapped near the ceiling back down along the walls. This recirculates heat without creating a strong breeze, so the room feels warmer without needing to raise the thermostat as much.
How to check the direction
Stand under the fan and look up: for winter, the blades should move in the same direction as a clockâs hands, starting at the top right, moving down, then up the left side. After switching to clockwise, keep the speed on low so you do not feel a noticeable cooling draft while still moving warm air around the room.