Question of the Day: How does Rain Effect Your Mood
By DB
@dgobucks226 (35986)
February 7, 2025 6:53pm CST
In what ways does rain effect your mood. After reading some old peanuts comic strips which used rain as a topic, it made me wonder just what mood would pertain to me. Maybe you feel the same about rain as I do. Or you might be someone who likes rain.
Anyway, I'm not a fan of rain, although I know it's a must (just ask California). I tend to get a bit "antsy" when it rains day after day. It makes me "crabby" especially during summer when I want to be doing outdoor things. Another negative about rain for me, is being caught in a downpour without an umbrella. Wet head isn't a good look for anyone! 
And don't forget about going on a vacation for a week only to have it rain most every day. That just "bums me out." 
Of course, one person who enjoyed the rain was Gene Kelly. Remember his dance scene in the movie "Singin' in the Rain." I would say his mood was "happy," and his falling in love just might make you forget how wet you're getting, lol.
Now, I don't view rain as totally negative. Like in the winter when it's not cold enough to snow, but rains instead. That makes me "grateful." Also, rain fills our reservoirs, nourishes nature and helps me to have a beautiful garden. 
So, looking at it philosophically, I guess "in life a little rain must fall." 
What's your experiences with rain and how do you feel about it?
And don't forget about going on a vacation for a week only to have it rain most every day. That just "bums me out."
Of course, one person who enjoyed the rain was Gene Kelly. Remember his dance scene in the movie "Singin' in the Rain." I would say his mood was "happy," and his falling in love just might make you forget how wet you're getting, lol.
Now, I don't view rain as totally negative. Like in the winter when it's not cold enough to snow, but rains instead. That makes me "grateful." Also, rain fills our reservoirs, nourishes nature and helps me to have a beautiful garden.
So, looking at it philosophically, I guess "in life a little rain must fall."
What's your experiences with rain and how do you feel about it?13 people like this
13 responses
@kaylachan (74440)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
18h
I love the rain when I have nothing to do. I live in Florida, so if it's raining enough to be heard inside, it's usually a downpour and I've been in my fair share of those. Not fun. In general, mty mental state isn't affected, but it will physically drain me and me having running like a snal all day.
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@pumpkinjam (8849)
• United Kingdom
11h
My feelings about rain depend on what I'm doing! I love listening to the rain on the windows during a thunderstorm as long as I am indoors with nowhere to go. If I'm caught out in the rain, I'm less of a fan.
I was once on holiday when we had an unexpected downpour. I live in England. I was on holiday in Spain. I felt like the weather had swapped countries as it was warmer in England at that point! Wasn't a fan of that, especially as it meant cutting short a trip that took longer to get there than we spent at the place we were visiting.
On another holiday, this time in England, it was August. There was constant drizzly rain all the time we were there. It was difficult to find much to do that didn't involve spending time out in the rain!
@GardenGerty (161942)
• United States
2h
If I can stay home and be cozy, it is just fine.Like you, I do feel antsy if I am needing to get outdoor work done, though.
@rsa101 (38189)
• Philippines
12h
When I was younger, rain meant more time to stay in bed and sleep, or simply enjoy the cool weather it brought. It also means that if the rain is heavy and prolonged, classes may be suspended, giving students more time to play at home. 
. But now that I am an adult, my perspective has shifted, such that rain means more traffic outside, making driving more difficult. Going to work requires you to bring an umbrella or coat, or you will become ill if you return home wet from the rain.
. But now that I am an adult, my perspective has shifted, such that rain means more traffic outside, making driving more difficult. Going to work requires you to bring an umbrella or coat, or you will become ill if you return home wet from the rain.
@FourWalls (70994)
• United States
17h
It really depends. Rain every day for a week is pretty boring; however, if we get rain that cools us off during a hot summer, I love it! I also like rain in the winter because it’s NOT sn*w.
@JudyEv (345279)
• Rockingham, Australia
11h
Living on a farm and dependent on rain for water in the dams and to help the crops grow, I'm always happy to see rain.
@andriaperry (118051)
• Anniston, Alabama
16h
Ask me next week after the entire week of rain coming.
@RevivedWarrior (3239)
• India
15h
I feel almost the same way. I would not like to be in rain while I am driving or while I am outdoors. Rain never makes those enjoyable, especially while driving. I do check the weather and plan my outdoors whenever possible to avoid the rain and most times that helps.While I am in doors, watching rain - I feel nostalgic and perhaps remember some moments from childhood and sometimes yes I enjoy the nature. Looking at the downpour these days , I would think we are getting water for lasting till next summer and grateful in those times. I am ok with cool and cold temperatures but not with extreme cold ones. Good to know your thoughts.Have a great weekend ahead!
