The worst times to drive
Wednesday, December 23rd
If you do end up traveling this day, make sure you’re on the road BEFORE 11 am. This is the prime time that traffic starts. And whatever you do, avoid driving between 3-6pm when rush hour meets holiday traffic for a literal nightmare before Christmas.
Thursday, December 24th
During Christmas Eve day, traffic hits its worst point around noon, and will not relent until late in the evening.
Sunday, December 27th
The Sunday after Christmas is statistically one of the WORST driving days of the year. In 2014, that day saw an 87.7% increase in traffic jams, a 13.7% increase in accidents, and a 23.2% increase in road hazards.