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Clothes not drying completely in the rain? Adopt these easy methods, you will get rid of moisture and smell
Samira Vishwas | July 2, 2026 10:25 AM CST

In such a situation, people often wonder how to dry clothes quickly and properly during the rainy season. The good thing is that by adopting some easy home remedies, you can remove moisture from clothes and keep them fresh. Let us know some effective ways to dry clothes in monsoon.

Why do clothes remain moist in the rain?

During monsoon, the level of humidity in the atmosphere increases significantly. In such a situation, water does not evaporate quickly from the clothes. Due to lack of sunlight and proper air flow in closed rooms, clothes dry slowly and the problem of dampness increases.

Easy tips to dry clothes in rain

squeeze clothes thoroughly
The less water remains in the clothes after washing, the faster they will dry. Use the extra spin mode in the washing machine or wring out the clothes thoroughly if washing by hand.

choose a well ventilated area
Hang clothes in a place where there is good air circulation. Even if there is no sunlight, the constant breeze helps dry the clothes. Keeping windows and doors open can also be beneficial.

use hanger
Hang clothes on separate hangers instead of stacking them on top of each other. Due to this, air reaches every part and clothes dry quickly.

Take help of fan or exhaust fan
If it is continuously raining outside, clothes can be dried by running a fan in the room. The exhaust fan also helps in removing excess moisture from the room.

Try the Dry Towel Trick
Wrap excessively wet clothes in a dry and clean towel and press lightly. The towel will absorb excess water and the clothes will dry quickly.

Use a dehumidifier or air conditioner
If there is an air conditioner in the house, its dry mode setting can help in reducing the humidity in the room. Due to this the clothes dry relatively quickly.

How to avoid smell in clothes?

  • Do not leave clothes in the washing machine for a long time.
  • Keep it in the cupboard only after it dries completely.
  • Neem leaves or lavender sachets can be kept with clothes.
  • Use mild fabric freshener if needed.


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