A good quality pair of UV-blocking polarized sunglasses should be an essential part of your Fall wardrobe.
But it’s not summer anymore. The sun is not as intense. Why is it so important to protect your eyes when the sun seems to be hiding behind clouds on most days? Let’s explore a few reasons you should protect your eyes from the sun in the Fall.
The Sun’s Position
The sun is lower in the horizon so light rays are aimed directly toward our eyes for more of the day. The UV may not be as strong but the sun’s glare sure can be. Anyone with morning and evening commutes, these past few weeks, can attest to this. A good pair of Polarized lenses not only helps you see better and colors will be more true, but it will also eliminate the glare off of road surfaces as well as the glare caused by the dashboard and its reflection on the windshield.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, glare due the sun causes approximately 9,000 accidents per year and is the second environmental-related reason drivers get into crashes. Other studies have revealed that the suns glare increases severe accidents by 16%. Driving is the most dangerous thing that most of us do every day. Add the suns glare into the mix and it can be a frightening situation for a driver. It is also important to keep your windshield clean and make use of sun visors as needed.
Changing Temperatures / Cloudy Days
Irritating symptoms like dry, red, or watery eyes are often due to the season’s cool and harsh winds. Most sunglasses not only shield you from the harmful effects of UV but will also lessen the impact of the environment on your eyes.
Aside from its drying effects, winds can carry dust, debris, and pollutants that can irritate the delicate areas in and around the eyes. Wear sunglasses to shield and block out irritants and certain allergens that drift in the autumn air.
Many autumn days are cloud filled but please remember that 90% of UV radiation will still travel through clouds and can affect our eyes. So sunglasses are still important in protecting the eye and eyelids.
Looking for Sunglasses Near You?
Here’s the bottom line: you need to protect your eyes by wearing sunglasses in the fall and year-round, no matter the season or climate. Investing in a stylish pair of durable, UV-protective and Polarized sunglasses is — simply-put — a worthwhile investment in your eye health.
So if you’re looking for advice about a new pair of high-quality sunglasses for the fall, with or without prescription lenses, visit Eye 2 Eye Vision Center. If standard sunglass lenses are too dark for you at this time of year, ask us about HT lenses or brown tinted lenses; they transmit more light and contrast to the eyes than standard grey tints.
We’ll be happy to help you find that perfect pair to protect your eyes, suit your lifestyle needs and enhance your personal style. To learn more, call or text 757-259-2300 to contact Eye 2 Eye Vision Center today.
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