12/12/2025
Cold winds can make your eyes water more—not because you're sad, but because your eyes are protecting themselves!
When cold air hits your eyes, it dries out the surface. To fight that dryness, your body produces extra tears as a natural defense. These “reflex tears” help keep your eyes moist and protected from irritation caused by cold wind.
So, if your eyes water outdoors in winter, it’s your body’s way of keeping them healthy!