Why Evening Hours Bring More Biting Insects
Whether you’re enjoying a beachside dinner, outdoor concert, backyard gathering, or sunset boat trip, biting insects can quickly become an unwelcome part of your evening lifestyle. As the sun goes down and temperatures cool, many outdoor events often coincide with peak activity periods for biting insects.
According to the CDC, many biting insects become more active during the evening and nighttime hours, increasing the likelihood of bites during outdoor events. Different mosquito species bite at different times of day, but as a group, they can bite both during the day and at night. Many mosquito species show peak biting activity after sunset and during evening and nighttime hours. Sand flies are most active around dawn and dusk. Biting midges (“no-see-ums”) also become more active as temperatures begin to cool, light levels decrease, and humidity rises during evening hours.1
Sunset cruises, nocturnal snorkeling, beachside fire pits, and nighttime hiking all become some common situations for increased biting insect exposure. In tropical destinations in particular, these insects are more than a nuisance; some mosquitoes can carry illnesses such as dengue, chikungunya, and Zika. Understanding when insects are most active is the first step toward maintaining a comfortable, bite-free outdoor lifestyle.
Simple Ways to Stay Protected During Evening Events
Remembering that sunset evening activities often extend into peak biting insect hours makes simple insect protection key to enjoying outdoor events. Wear lightweight, loose clothing with long sleeves and pants when practical. Choose seating areas away from standing water when possible. Use screened, covered, or well-ventilates spaces as the venue allows. And most importantly, apply insect repellent before even heading outdoors rather than waiting until insects become noticeable. Picking the right insect repellent is vital for outdoor evening activities, especially a repellent that doesn’t require frequent reapplication, ensuring hours of protection for your outdoor lifestyle.
IMPEDE insect repellent is specifically designed to be the best protection for outdoor activities. Using the patented STAYTEC™ technology, IMPEDE provides up to 14 hours of protection by helping keep the active ingredient on the skin surface longer. The DEET-free, lotion format of IMPEDE provides even coverage and confidence that exposed skin is protected. IMPEDE’s non-greasy and lightweight formula is also sweat- and water-resistant, helping support an active outdoor lifestyle. IMPEDE is designed to be safe for family use, including children, pregnant women, the elderly, and those with sensitive skin.
Evening events should be remembered for the experience – not for the mosquito bites or constant insect repellent application. With proper preparation and long-lasting protection from IMPEDE, you can enjoy your evening outdoor lifestyle comfortably from sunset through the evening hours.