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Why You Shouldn’t Hang Out Your Laundry on Summer Evenings: The Ri.sks You Need to Know
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There’s nothing like the scent of freshly washed laundry, but drying your clothes overnight could rob you of that pleasure.
Because of the slower drying time, clothes can develop a stale or musty odor, even if you used high-end fabric softener.
Once that happens, you’re likely to toss them back in the wash, wasting time, water, detergent, and money. Instead of saving energy, you’re caught in a frustrating, costly cycle.
You’re not the only one out enjoying summer evenings—so are the insects. Night-flying bugs like moths and mosquitoes may settle right onto your damp clothes.
And that’s not all. Pollen and fine dust particles are more likely to be floating in the air during the evening, turning your laundry into an allergy magnet.
That’s bad news for people with sensitive skin or respiratory allergies.
It’s easy to assume that putting laundry out in the evening is more efficient. But if it doesn’t dry properly overnight, you’ll need to leave it out even longer the next day.
Worse, some garments may become stiff or develop tough creases if they sit damp for too long.
What seemed like a shortcut can end up causing more delays and extra ironing work, making it more of a hassle than a time-saver.
So, when is the best time to dry your clothes during hot weather? Luckily, you don’t need a major lifestyle overhaul—just a small shift in timing:
Early morning (7 a.m. to 10 a.m.) is ideal: the temperature is still comfortable, and the rising sun helps dry clothes quickly without being too harsh.
