Can I dry my laundry outside in winter?

The temperatures tumble, the first snow falls and at freezing temperatures it makes no sense to dry the clothes outside. A myth - because even in winter you should definitely hang your laundry outside.

That is why the laundry dries outside even in winter

The key word why your laundry gets dry outside even in winter is: sublimation.

• Sublimation means that something changes directly from the ice to the gaseous state. For your laundry, this means that it freezes, but then becomes dry immediately.
• However, the drying process takes longer than in summer. So you have to be patient.
• Maybe your laundry feels cold after drying in the winter landscape. Take it warm and you will notice that it is dry.
• In the middle of a snow storm, however, you should not hang up your laundry, as this can of course get wet.

Do not dry laundry in the apartment

If it can be avoided in any way, you should never hang your wet laundry in the apartment.

• The dampness of the laundry can cause mold in your home.
• If possible, always dry your clothes outside to avoid damage to your home and health.
• Especially in winter, using a dryer really makes sense. This keeps your home free of mold and the laundry dries faster than outdoors.

If you are considering buying a dryer or already own one, the next practical tip will tell you whether it makes sense to place the washing machine and dryer on top of each other.