Summer is the traditional sunglasses season, but winter creates unique discomforts and risks to eye health. The sun can beat down at harsh angles and disrupt focus on driving or sporting activities, that dry cold wind can make eyes watery and sensitive… and let’s not forget the biggest risk of all: damaging UV rays. Contrary to popular belief, those harmful UV rays penetrate clouds with ease. Wearing sunglasses in the wintertime is not just a fashion statement.