Why do people get static electricity shock during winters the most? What causes it and what can be done to prevent or at least reduce it?

Question

OP is getting a lot of shocks this year but this STUPlD auto M0d is deleting this post so explain the causes and if there are ways to reduce these shocks

In: Physics

Answer 1

It’s less humid during winter. When the air is humid it’s more able to dissipate static charge before it builds up to a level that causes a shock. You can reduce it by using a humidifier to increase the humidity in your house, periodically grounding yourself also helps.