12/24/2025
Why Cold Weather Boosts Office Germ Survival
Cold weather doesn’t just change how people dress—it changes how germs behave inside your workplace.
During winter, viruses and bacteria survive longer on surfaces and spread more easily indoors. That’s not speculation—it’s a documented seasonal pattern driven by temperature, humidity, and human behavior.
Here’s why cold weather gives germs the upper hand:
❄️ Lower humidity extends germ survival
Dry indoor air allows viruses to remain viable on surfaces longer, increasing exposure risk on desks, keyboards, door handles, and shared equipment.
🚪 Less ventilation traps contaminants
Closed windows and reduced airflow mean germs circulate longer instead of dispersing naturally.
🖐 More shared-surface contact
Cold weather pushes employees into common areas—breakrooms, conference rooms, restrooms—raising touch frequency on high-risk surfaces.
🧹 Dust accumulates faster indoors
Dry air keeps dust and allergens airborne longer, irritating respiratory systems and making employees more susceptible to illness.
Franchise janitorial businesses supported by Vanguard Cleaning Systems of the Southern Valley adjust cleaning priorities during colder months—placing greater emphasis on high-touch surfaces, shared spaces, and indoor environmental conditions that influence germ persistence.
💡 Action Step: Review your winter cleaning frequency. If it mirrors summer schedules, your workplace may be underprotected during peak germ-survival months.
👉 Full article:
https://www.vanguardsv.com/2025/12/why-cold-weather-boosts-office-germ-survival/
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