The Most Dangerous Month of the Year

The personal injury law firm, Malloy Law Offices took a look at the most dangerous times of the year for auto crashes and accidents. You’d think winter weather would make a winter month the most dangerous time of the year.

Nope. Seann Malloy said the increase in vacation travel, outdoor activities and fireworks makes July the most dangerous time of the year.

"The data makes it clear: July presents unique dangers that we all need to be mindful of,” Malloy said. “These insights emphasize just how important it is to be aware of seasonal risks. When we understand that July is the top month for accidents, it encourages us to take proactive steps — such as focusing on travel and outdoor safety, handling fireworks responsibly, and prioritizing hydration and heat management. With preparation and public awareness, we can all contribute to safer communities during the summer season.”

Here’s a look at what Malloy found for all months, and ranked them in order from the most dangerous to the least dangerous:

1. July

Total incidents from 2018 - 2023: 108,718

Average for each month from 2018 -2023: 18,119.67

Average accidents per day: 584.51

2. August

Total incidents from 2018 - 2023: 106,602

Average for each month from 2018 -2023: 17,767

Average accidents per day: 573.13

3. June

Total incidents from 2018 - 2023: 103,161

Average for each month from 2018 -2023: 17,193.5

Average accidents per day: 573.12

4. September

Total incidents from 2018 - 2023: 101,282

Average for each month from 2018 -2023: 16,880.33

Average accidents per day: 562.68

5. December

Total incidents from 2018 - 2023: 103,475

Average for each month from 2018 -2023: 17,245.83

Average accidents per day: 556.32

6. May

Total incidents from 2018 - 2023: 103,213

Average for each month from 2018 -2023: 17,202.17

Average accidents per day: 554.91

7. October

Total incidents from 2018 - 2023: 102,600

Average for each month from 2018 -2023: 17,100

Average accidents per day: 551.61

8. November

Total incidents from 2018 - 2023: 98,996

Average for each month from 2018 -2023: 16,499.33

Average accidents per day: 549.98

9. April

Total incidents from 2018 - 2023: 97,073

Average for each month from 2018 -2023: 15,168.83

Average accidents per day: 539.29

10. February

Total incidents from 2018 - 2023: 91,103

Average for each month from 2018 -2023: 16,178.83

Average accidents per day: 538.54

11. January

Total incidents from 2018 - 2023: 100,149

Average for each month from 2018 -2023: 16,691.5

Average accidents per day: 538.44

12. March

Total incidents from 2018 - 2023: 99,539

Average for each month from 2018 -2023: 16,589.83

Average accidents per day: 535.16

Source link: PropertyCasualty360.com — https://bit.ly/42QQ03i