How much does weather influence mood and behavior?

Question

Because lately it's hot and I think I may be going into heat...hah...just kidding...*blushes and does strange air punch*. Seriously though, the happiest times were when I was living in sunny Hawaii and California. Does weather influence your mood?

Answer 1

Yeah it definitely does. Some people have a thing called seasonal depression where for example, during the months winter they are depressed throughout that whole period because of the lack of season but they get better when spring comes along. Also it was either Antarctica or Alaska where during the winter they get no sun whatsover. During this time they use a special light to prevent them from going into deep depression because i hears it's so bad that some people commit suicide.

Answer 2

This question is really close to home, because as I type this it is stiflingly hot and humid, and there are rivulets of sweat running down my cheeks. Yesterday was the hottest day in Toronto EVER in recorded history. I'm not making this up, check it up if you'd like. How do I feel? *as another drop of sweat hits the keyboard* Like I'm a human hot-dog being slow-roasted to a crisp all day long by an unscrupulous hot-dog vendor, who doesn't care whether I taste over-cooked or not... um, just the fact I wrote that is a perfect example of how heat destroys my capacity for rational thought. However, I too, love the amazing weather of Hawaii, but then you have the lovely island breezes from the ocean. This to me is perfect - sunny, but not too humid. I also love fall and spring weather, but those seasons are so fleeting. The winter can be nice if it's snowing and not too cold (and it's around Christmas!) but I hate it in Jan. and Feb. when it's bone-chillingly cold. Prolonged lack of sunlight turns me into this weird kind of pale vampire, and my thoughts usually follow suit and become as moody and grey as the overcast winter sky. So I would say the weather doesn't just influence me, it completely bullies me!

Answer 3

I'd say only 800%! The more extreme the weather, the more extreme your comfort. Even too kewl A/C on a hot day or too hot stove on a cold day will dramatically effect your 'mood' That's why I was happy to git outta Chicago's blustery chill in 67, happy to spend 20+ yrs in Hawa!! & enjoy 'best climate in Australia' now!

Answer 4

Yes, more or less. I don't seem to want to do anything when it seems too hot, all I want is to stay in a cool place. Outdoors when having sunshine is alright as long as it does not burn my head. If the weather is cloudy and windy at the same time, I would love to be outdoors if it does not rain.

Answer 5

In an article titled "A multidimensional approach to the relationship between mood and weather" found that higher levels of humidity meant participants scored lower on concentration and higher on sleepiness. Whereas higher temperatures meant lower anxiety and skepticism.

Answer 6

Yup, its called Seasonal Affective Disorder. Its normal to feel happy in good weather and depressed in crappy weather. I'm from the Northeast and people are depressed here all winter.

Answer 7

Yes..It sure affects my mood and behavior. When it's hot -- I'm cranky..When it's cold -- I'm cold, but comfortable, while under the blankies.

Answer 8

Not at all, and I really don't have time for questions like this because it's too damn hot.

Answer 9

it could if it is too hot you get moody if it is cold then you don't want to do anything it also depends on the person as well

Answer 10

You bet it does. Ask any migraine sufferer.