When it starts raining or snowing enough to turn on the windshield wipers, what else should you do?

When it begins to rain or snow to the extent that you need to activate your windshield wipers, it is important to also turn on your low beam headlights. This is essential for several reasons. First, visibility can be significantly reduced during inclement weather, and using low beam headlights helps increase your visibility to other drivers. In South Carolina and many other states, there are laws that require drivers to use their headlights when using windshield wipers due to poor weather conditions, ensuring that both the driver and other road users can see each other clearly.

Low beam headlights are specifically designed for use in these conditions because they provide adequate illumination of the road directly in front of the vehicle without causing excessive glare for oncoming drivers. High beam headlights, in contrast, can blind other motorists and may reduce overall safety. Therefore, using low beam headlights is the appropriate and safe action to take during rain or snow.