How to get rid of condensation in a car in winter

Condensation on car windows can create an additional hazard, as it restricts the driver's field of vision. In winter, this problem is exacerbated by the difference in temperature and humidity between the warm interior and the outside and also because of the short daylight hours.

The Hindustan Times has compiled some tips on how to get rid of condensation in a car in winter.

Warm up the interior

A heater or car air conditioner pumps warm air inside the cabin. It is important to let it escape through the air vents under the windshield. This will help prevent fogging in high humidity conditions outside.

Open the window

Window fogging from the inside means that the air inside the vehicle is too humid. This can happen, for example, when several people are in the car at the same time. A simple ventilation will help to solve this problem. Opening a window for some time will allow outside air to flow in, quickly lowering the dew point and dispelling windshield fog.

Use the air conditioner as a dehumidifier

The air conditioning in your car can be used as a dehumidifier. Most modern cars are equipped with climate control, and this allows the air conditioning systems to turn on automatically when you use certain modes. If you need heat in the cabin, the air conditioner will first dry the air and then heat it. If you turn on the air conditioner and set it to cooling mode, blowing cold air on the windshield will cause the moisture to disappear slowly because cold air cannot hold as much water as warm air.

Manage the engine temperature

Make sure the engine temperature is around 90 degrees Celsius. This will allow the car windshield to get rid of fogging quickly and properly. In combination with the engine temperature, it is easier for the air conditioning system to remove windshield fogging. Avoid wiping moisture from the windshield, as this may leave streaks on the windshield, which will reduce visibility, especially in the dark.