Some people who have migraines appear to be more sensitive to changes in the weather. Weather-related triggers include:
• Bright sunlight
• Sun glare
• High humidity
• Dry air
• Windy or stormy weather
• Barometric pressure changes
For some people, weather changes may cause imbalances in brain chemicals, including serotonin, which can prompt a migraine.
If you feel your migraines are triggered by weather, you may be understandably frustrated. After all, you can’t change the weather. However, you can learn which weather changes start a migraine and take steps to lessen their effects by:
• Keeping a headache diary; listing each migraine, when it happened, how long it lasted and what could have caused it. This can help you determine if you have specific weather triggers.
• Monitoring weather changes and avoiding triggers if possible; For example, stay indoors during very cold or windy weather if these factors appear to trigger your migraines.
•Making healthy lifestyle choices ; eat healthy foods, exercise regularly, drink enough water, get enough sleep, and keep your stress under control. These factors can help reduce the number and severity of your migraines.
