Why Does My Hair Fall More Every Time It Rains? A Monsoon Mystery I Finally Solved
Every year when monsoon season rolls around, my hair seems to panic. I’ve joked that my hair sheds faster than leaves in autumn, but honestly — it started to bother me. I noticed it wasn’t just me. Friends were complaining about clogged drains, limp hair, and thinning ponytails too. It’s like the moment the humidity rises, our hair starts plotting against us.
Curiosity got the better of me this year. I finally went looking for answers and was surprised how common this problem is — and how preventable it can be with a little effort.
Turns out, hair fall during monsoon increases mainly because of humidity. It weakens the hair shaft and messes with your scalp’s health. Sweat, moisture, pollution — it all clings to your scalp and blocks hair follicles. It’s basically an open invitation to fungus and infections. I read a good breakdown on this from AskDocDoc (https://askdocdoc.com/articles/732-hair-loss-in-monsoon-causes-remedies-and-seasonal-care-tips) which explained it’s not unusual for hair fall to spike by up to 30% during rainy months.
I’ve also noticed people sharing the same struggles on different platforms. On Threads (https://www.threads.com/@askdocdoc/post/DMQDlsaB0m1), someone mentioned how even regular scalp cleaning can reduce seasonal hair fall dramatically. It’s small advice but makes a difference.
Scrolling through Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/p/DMQDl4cIVkA/), I saw posts where people tracked their progress just by switching to lighter shampoos and avoiding styling products during monsoon. I’ve started doing the same — and honestly, less is more.
Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/122099392514743210/posts/122133501956743210) had some practical reminders too, like washing your hair soon after getting caught in the rain. Seems obvious, but I wasn’t doing it regularly before.
And on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/askdocdoc_hair-fall-increases-by-up-to-30-during-monsoon-activity-7351966717071314944-bC0F?), I found a stat that really stuck: hair fall jumps during monsoon because the scalp can’t cope with sudden changes in moisture and fungal growth. This isn’t just vanity — it’s scalp health.
Pinterest (https://www.pinterest.com/pin/928445279436125780) had a ton of ideas around natural oils, especially rosemary and coconut, for scalp massages to boost circulation. I’m trying that next.
Even on Twitter (https://twitter.com/1881713393369030656/status/1946200936537354291), people are swapping stories about how their hairlines struggle the moment the rain starts. It’s oddly comforting to know I’m not the only one wrestling with this seasonal problem.
At the end of the day, monsoon hair fall isn’t forever. It’s seasonal and manageable with small changes: clean scalp, less product, good hydration, and some patience.