The fall season is one of the most dangerous seasons for driving. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), August to November have the highest fatal crashes and crash rates.

In addition to the month, the day that the most crashes occur is Sunday with a whopping 5,591 crashes.

WEATHER IS A FACTOR IN FATAL CRASHES

Of course, several factors cause these crashes, such as distracted driving or speeding. However, weather is another significant contributing element. A recent study by Richmond Vona, a personal injury firm, used statistics from the NHTSA to see which states have the most dangerous driving conditions and why.

The research was astounding, especially when examining crashes in bad weather like rain or snow. “Poor weather is present in one in ten fatal crashes across the U.S., bumping up annual figures by thousands each year. The poorest driving conditions happened mostly outside the South, where rain and snow are more common. The light condition was less important; most crashes happened during daylight, regardless of the weather. While poor weather can make driving dangerous, the biggest determining factor is always the driver and how responsible they are behind the wheel,” said a spokesperson from Richmond Vona.

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