Why would a dead body be very hot after four hours?

A dead body may feel very hot after four hours due to several factors, including the body's metabolic processes that continue for a short time after death, particularly if the environment is warm. Additionally, surrounding heat can contribute to the temperature of the body, especially if it is exposed to direct sunlight or in a warm room. Rigor mortis and decomposition processes can also generate heat. However, as time progresses, the body will begin to cool down due to the cessation of internal heat production.