{"id":634,"date":"2019-08-31T13:21:26","date_gmt":"2019-08-31T20:21:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/?p=634"},"modified":"2023-02-13T01:09:27","modified_gmt":"2023-02-13T09:09:27","slug":"can-solar-powered-lights-get-wet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/can-solar-powered-lights-get-wet\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Solar Powered Lights Get Wet?"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Solar powered lights are a great environmentally friendly invention\nthat allow you to power your home with a much smaller carbon footprint. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As solar powered lights become more and more popular, questions about their durability are arising. One of the most common questions is can solar powered lights get wet? <strong>Solar powered lights will be fine when exposed to rainwater or sprinklers, but there are some precautions you should take to ensure your solar powered lights maintain their efficiency and lifespan.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"616\" src=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/can-solar-powered-lights-get-wet-1024.jpg\" alt=\"Can solar powered lights get wet?\" class=\"wp-image-698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/can-solar-powered-lights-get-wet-1024.jpg 924w, https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/can-solar-powered-lights-get-wet-1024-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/can-solar-powered-lights-get-wet-1024-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/can-solar-powered-lights-get-wet-1024-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"616\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20924%20616'%3E%3Crect%20width='924'%20height='616'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"Can solar powered lights get wet?\" class=\"wp-image-698 eager-load\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/can-solar-powered-lights-get-wet-1024.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/can-solar-powered-lights-get-wet-1024.jpg.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/can-solar-powered-lights-get-wet-1024.jpg.webp 924w, https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/can-solar-powered-lights-get-wet-1024-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/can-solar-powered-lights-get-wet-1024-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/can-solar-powered-lights-get-wet-1024-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Water Can Solar Powered\nLights Be Exposed To?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Solar powered lights were built initially to be used outdoors. They\nare designed to be water resistant and will not be affected by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Rain<\/li><li>Snow <\/li><li>Sprinklers<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there is a big difference between being water resistant and\nwaterproof and most solar powered lights are water resistant. Water resistance\nmeans that the object is able to resist water that seeps into the mechanics of\nthe object to a certain degree. Waterproof means that it can resist all water\npenetration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What this means for solar powered lights is that, yes, they can\nresist normal amounts of water that will eventually run off of the panels with\nno problem. However, if your solar powered lights are being soaked in water for\nany reason, the water may cause irreparable damage to your lights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your solar powered lights are, for example, placed on the ground\nin an area that is prone to flooding, then there is a higher risk of water\nseeping into the battery or the battery terminal. Once water infiltrates these\ndelicate mechanisms, your solar lights are prone to damage that may not be\nrepairable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some ways that can prevent your solar lights from\npotentially being submerged into water:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>If there is a flood warning,\nyou may want to remove your lights, turn them off, and safely store them\nindoors until the weather has improved<\/li><li>Try relocating your solar\nlights to higher ground<\/li><li>Secure your solar lights onto a\npost that keeps them elevated off of the ground<\/li><li>Periodically remove excess snow\nfrom your solar panels<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For the most part, your solar powered lights will work just fine\nwhen exposed to regular amounts of water. It is always good to be on the safe\nside, however, as we cannot control the weather. Be sure to use the tips above\nto ensure the health and lifespan of your solar powered lights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Solar Powered Lights Work While\nIt&rsquo;s Raining?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Though it is a common belief that rainfall prevents solar powered\nlights from collecting energy, rain does not prohibit solar powered lights from\ncharging and outputting electricity. Once there is light in the sky, your solar\npowered lights will work. They will not be fully efficient, however. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visible light can still pass through cloud cover and rain and get to\nyour solar powered lights. Clear skies will be the most efficient for your\nsolar lights but any visible light will provide them with enough light to work.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A lesser known fact is that rainfall is actually beneficial to your\nsolar powered lights as it can clean any excess dirt, dust, or debris that may\nhave gathered on your solar lights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can Solar Powered Lights Stay\nOutside During the Winter?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Solar powered lights are engineered to endure many different weather\nchanges, including cold winters. That does not mean that they are\nindestructible, however. The answer to this question is a little complicated&mdash;\nit depends on where you live. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you live in a climate that does not get long brutal winters, such\nas more western or southern areas of the United States, then your solar powered\nlights should be fine during the winter. If you live in particularly harsh\nclimates during winter times, then it is probably best to store your lights\nindoors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although solar powered lights are weather resistant, long periods of\nharsh treatment can cause wear and tear, shortening the lifespan of your lights\nand even damaging the battery. Snow buildup can also cause leaks into the\nbattery and battery terminal which will quickly deteriorate your solar powered\nlights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find it safer to store your solar powered lights indoors\nduring the winter months, make sure that you turn them off to preserve their\nbattery. This will guarantee that they will have some charge for when you place\nthem back outside for use. <\/p><p>This article is owned by SolarPowerGenie.com and was first published on August 31, 2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you begin to use your solar powered lights again in the warmer\nmonths, be sure to turn the lights back on and permit several days of charge to\nallow the battery to regain its full charge for a more effective light. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips on Storing Outdoor Solar\nPowered Lights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you decide to store your outdoor solar powered lights indoors for\nmore than three days, there are some extra precautions you should take to warrant\nthe efficiency, health, and lifespan of your lights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Make sure to turn your solar\nlights off<\/li><li>Store your solar powered lights\nin a dry environment at room temperature<\/li><li>Secure your solar lights\nsomewhere where it will be exposed to some natural light or artificial light\nevery day<ul><li>Solar light batteries must\nreceive some light to maintain its charge while in storage<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Never store your solar lights\nin and box or dark room where there is no light source<ul><li>This will damage the battery\nand decline their ability to hold a charge<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Try not to store your solar\nlights for prolonged periods, such as several months<\/li><li>If you must store your solar\nlights for more than one month, fully drain the battery and charge it once\nevery month<ul><li>Another option would be to\nremove the battery completely and replace them once they are to be used again<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>If the lamp head is composed of\nglass, it is advised to wrap the solar lights in bubble wrap or a blanket to\nprotect the glass from possible cracks and breakage <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When you are ready to use your solar powered lights again, use a\ndamp cloth to wipe down any dust that may have collected while the lights were\nin storage. Do not use any chemical products to clean your solar powered\nlights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Fix Water Damage in Solar\nPowered Lights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your solar powered lights become damaged due to excess water, it\nis not the end of the world for them. Their lifespan will be shortened and\ntheir batteries may be damaged but there are some measures that can be taken\nthat may allow them to work for a while. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When there is water damage to solar powered lights, the lights must\nbe disassembled. Follow the instructions that came with your lights to take\napart the lights. Once you can see inside your solar lights,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Use a clean dry cloth to remove\nexcess water found inside the solar lights<\/li><li>Remove the solar light\nbatteries and wipe them gently with a dry cloth to remove excess water <\/li><li>Store your solar lights indoors\nin a moisture-free environment for at least three days to let the lights dry\nout<\/li><li>After you ensure that the solar\nlights are completely dry, reinsert the battery (or replace it with a new one)\nand follow the instructions that came with your lights to re-assemble your\nsolar lights<\/li><li>Be sure to follow the above\ninstructions on how to properly prepare your lights for use again after they\nhave been stored<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis method is your\nbest chance for having a working solar powered light after it has been\nsubjected to water damage. 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