Too wet? Too cold? Too hot? This is how weather affects the trips we make

9 Apr 2018
Traffic stuck in snow
Heavy snow can stop traffic altogether, as in New York in winter 2010. Credit: Chris Ford.
 

What sorts of weather lead us to change our daily travel behaviour? How do we respond to scorching heatwaves, sapping humidity, snow and frost, strong winds, or torrential rain? International research shows weather is important in shaping our everyday movements.

Bad weather can lead to planned journeys being rescheduled, rerouted or cancelled. 

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