{"id":20308,"date":"2024-11-18T19:02:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-18T19:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/?p=20308"},"modified":"2026-01-13T17:40:56","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T17:40:56","slug":"what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-during-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/what-you-need-to-know-about-moving-during-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Need To Know About Moving During Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div>\n<p>Many people move during the holidays, but holiday moving does come with challenges. We\u2019ll go over the basics of moving during spring, summer, fall, and winter holidays. By the end, you\u2019ll know about traffic patterns, price fluctuations, and other quirks of holiday moves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#h-moving-during-spring-holidays\" >Moving During Spring Holidays<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-moving-during-summer-holidays\" >Moving During Summer Holidays<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-moving-during-fall-holidays\" >Moving During Fall Holidays<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-moving-during-winter-holidays\" >Moving During Winter Holidays<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-faqs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/nav><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-moving-during-spring-holidays\">Moving During Spring Holidays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Spring holidays include Mother\u2019s Day, Easter, Saint Patrick\u2019s Day, and more. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/1277607\/most-popular-holidays-in-the-united-states\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">most widely observed spring holiday<\/a> is Memorial Day, which takes place on the last Monday of May.\u00a0<br><br>Spring holidays are <a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/when-is-the-best-time-to-move-apartments\/#h-moving-apartments-in-spring\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a good time to move<\/a>. One benefit of <a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/moving-during-spring-what-you-need-to-know-to-be-successful\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">spring moving<\/a> is the weather: you don\u2019t need to worry about driving in winter storms, and the mild temperatures are great for physical exertion. In addition, the spring is the best time to <a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/five-ways-to-sell-your-house-quickly\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sell a house quickly<\/a>. Peak moving season is in the summer, so in the spring, you\u2019ll have more availability from local moving companies, as well as less competition when finding rentals.<br><br>Still, be aware that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.afar.com\/magazine\/tsa-just-had-its-busiest-week-ever\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Memorial Day is one of the top travel days<\/a> in the United States, which can lead to road traffic and increase train and plane ticket prices. If you need to move by car during Memorial Day, leave early, and expect traffic to add to your travel time. For other spring holidays, like Saint Patrick\u2019s Day, you don\u2019t need to worry as much about road traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/10\/fireworks.jpeg\" alt=\"Fireworks on the Fourth of July\" class=\"wp-image-20325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/10\/fireworks.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/10\/fireworks-300x198.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/10\/fireworks-768x507.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-moving-during-summer-holidays\">Moving During Summer Holidays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer has plenty of holidays, including Independence Day, Juneteenth, and Father\u2019s Day. <a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/summer-moving-everything-you-need-to-know\/#h-moving-during-summer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Summer is also peak moving season<\/a>\u2014especially if you&#8217;re <a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/an-easy-guide-to-moving-with-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">moving with kids<\/a>, who are out of school during this time. With so many people moving in the summer, expect to face increased moving costs during this season. Book your local moving companies and truck rentals early!\u00a0<br><br>Summer weather can be good for a move\u2014but can also be hot! Start your move early in the day to avoid the heat, bring plenty of water, and dress appropriately. If you hire a local <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unimovers.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">moving company<\/a>, have some cold water and snacks on hand for your movers.\u00a0<br><br>In addition, if you plan to move during a holiday like Independence Day, plan ahead for traffic and increased travel costs during this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-moving-during-fall-holidays\">Moving During Fall Holidays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the big fall holidays include Labor Day, Columbus Day, and Veterans Day. Veteran&#8217;s Day, which occurs on November 11, is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/1277607\/most-popular-holidays-in-the-united-states\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the most popular of these fall holidays<\/a>. <br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/fall-move-essentials-advice-for-an-efficient-autumn-move\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Moving in the fall<\/a> has some benefits. Moving in an off-season like the fall can save you money and make your booking more flexible. Fall also marks a slowdown in the housing market, which can save you money if you\u2019re buying. In addition, the cooler temperatures are great for moving boxes.\u00a0<br><br>However, there are a few things to know about moving during the fall holidays. Condensation is a concern as the weather gets colder, particularly since moisture can damage items like electronics. You\u2019ll also face limited daylight, especially after daylight savings time in November. Lastly, if you have children, moving in the fall can significantly disrupt their school routine. <br><br>Be careful if you move during Labor Day, which is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.afar.com\/magazine\/tsa-just-had-its-busiest-week-ever\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">peak travel days<\/a>. Still, if you need to travel for your move in the fall, you\u2019ll avoid both the busy summer travel season and the winter travel boom.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/winter-moving-truck-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Moving truck parked during winter holidays\" class=\"wp-image-16534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/winter-moving-truck-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/winter-moving-truck-1200x800.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/winter-moving-truck-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/winter-moving-truck-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/winter-moving-truck-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/winter-moving-truck-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-moving-during-winter-holidays\">Moving During Winter Holidays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many winter holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year\u2019s Day, and Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Of these holidays, Thanksgiving and Christmas tend to be the busiest for travel.<br><br>Winter is one of the cheapest times to move due to the <a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/how-to-make-the-most-of-a-winter-move\/#h-there-s-less-demand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">low demand<\/a>. However, not many people move during the winter precisely because of <a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/how-to-make-the-most-of-a-winter-move\/#h-prepare-for-winter-weather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">winter weather<\/a>\u2014the difficulty of avoiding winter storms, keeping walkways clear, and protecting houses from salt and slush that you might track in. If you need to drive long distances in the winter, stock your vehicle with food, water, and gas in case you get stuck on the road. In addition, start moving early in the day to make the most of the limited light. <br><br>There are pros and cons of <a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/secrets-of-moving-during-a-holiday\/#h-winter-holiday-moving-tips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">moving during a winter holiday<\/a>. You might have more scheduling flexibility at work or with children\u2019s school schedules. Still, winter moves can make it harder to celebrate these holidays with friends and family. And you\u2019re not the only one who wants to celebrate\u2014movers do, too! Thus, if you want to move on Christmas or New Year\u2019s Day, prepare for local moving companies to be short-staffed, and consider moving a few days later instead. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now you&#8217;re well-briefed on moving during holidays. For spring holidays, expect good weather and a busy housing market. In the summer, book your moving company early, as moving demand is high. In the fall and winter, you can save some money on moving\u2014but prepare for the winter weather. Regardless of the season, know about peak travel days like Thanksgiving, Christmas, Labor Day, and Memorial Day, which can significantly impact your move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-696683a8ec05d\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Should I move during the winter holidays?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Moving during winter holidays is a great way to save money, but winter weather can pose challenges when you&#8217;re moving. You may also wish to avoid this time due to holiday commitments and increased national travel. If you do move during the winter holidays, be flexible. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-696683a8ec060\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Should I move on a holiday?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Holidays in each season come with their own challenges. Regardless of the time of year, if you move on a major holiday like Thanksgiving, prepare for traffic and increased train and plane ticket prices. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many people move during the holidays, but holiday moving does come with challenges. We\u2019ll go over the basics of moving during spring, summer, fall, and winter holidays. By the end, you\u2019ll know about traffic patterns, price fluctuations, and other quirks of holiday moves. 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