i would say in the winter my room is 50 degrees most of the time during the day when i get home from work or days off it is more like 60 degrees. my g/f has a digital reading of temp and humidity. the tank stays at a constant 78 degrees with the humidity reading 27% which i know is a little on the low side. I was thinking to just use the sterlite tub in winter season and then switch him back to glass tank in summer since i dont have a controlled climate in my room in summer tends to get warm upstairs. Another note this snake is about 3 ft long. Also have any imput on the weezing noise ?