How to Stay Dry When Walking Home in the Rain
Some rules based on my observations over the past four years.
1. Always carry an umbrella or jacket with a hood
Even if I don’t think it’s going to rain, there is always an umbrella in my backpack. I use a jacket in the winter because it’s warmer.
2. Wear the right shoes
Walking in wet socks is miserable. Boots work best, but I usually forget when rushing out the door in the morning.
3. Plan your path
Streets are designed so that water drains off to the side, so if I have to walk in the street, I walk in the middle. As far as I can tell, intersections all have puddles, so my strategy is to step in as little water as possible. (Unless I have boots. See #2)
4. Don’t walk home in the rain!
Find a place to wait it out. If I’m coming from school, I’ll talk with friends until the rain clears.
Hope this helps.
