Why Winter Static Shocks Happen And How Do You Stop It? | Weather.com

Why Winter Static Shocks Happen And How Do You Stop It? | Weather.com

May 1, 2026

Updated: May 1, 2026, 12:00 pm EDTPublished: May 1, 2026, 12:00 pm EDT

Ever wonder why you get shocked so much when you touch anything in the winter? Meteorologist Rob Shackelford breaks down why.

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