Roads can become more dangerous on hot days – especially for pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists

THE CONVERSATION January 7, 2026

During heatwaves, everyday life tends to feel more difficult than on an average day. Travel and daily movement are no exception.

But while most of us know rain, fog and storms can make driving conditions challenging, not many people realise heat also changes transport risk.

In particular, research evidence consistently suggests roads, trips and daily commutes can become more dangerous on very hot days compared with an average day.

The key questions are how much more dangerous, who is most affected, whether the risk is short-lived or lingers and how this information can be used to better manage road safety during extreme heat. View the full article: TheConversation.com