While getting caught in the rain doesn't directly cause illness, it can lower body temperature, which can allow certain bacteria to thrive and weaken your immune system. — TNS
"So, rain itself does not make you sick," says Mayo Clinic Health System family nurse practitioner Tanner Dunn in Wisconsin, United States.While getting caught in the rain doesn't directly cause illness, it can lead to a decreased body temperature. Addressing concerns for individuals with immune system issues, Dunn notes that colds are caused by viruses, not by getting wet.
After being in the rain, dry off thoroughly and take a warm shower to help stabilise your body temperature and prevent illness."With the expected heavy rainfall, avoid driving through flooded areas and ensure you're not consuming contaminated water," Dunn advises."Many people find the sound of rain very therapeutic," he says."The rain helps keep you cooler, allowing you to work out longer and more effectively.