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Why Static Electricity Is Worse In Winter

January 30, 2026Updated: January 30, 2026, 3:02 pm ESTPublished: January 30, 2026, 3:02 pm EST

Static shock is very common in cold weather. Frizzy hair on end or zaps to the hands seem to happen more often in winter. Here’s why and how you can keep it from happening.

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