How the weather could sway the presidential election

In the wake of hurricanes Helene and Milton, many voters are still in recovery mode and may not be able to get to the polls.

Research has shown that rainfall negatively impacts voter turnout. One study estimates that for every centimeter of rain that falls on voting day, turnout falls by 0.95 percentage points.

A rainy day can also induce a bad mood. When an undecided voter goes to the polls feeling pessimistic, they may be more inclined to vote for a candidate whose campaign is based on doom and gloom.

It's a general rule of thumb that rain benefits the Republican ticket, Trunk said.

Read at Mail Online