When are you required to use headlights while driving?

Using headlights during bad weather, such as rain or fog, is essential for safety and visibility. In adverse weather conditions, visibility can be significantly reduced, and other drivers need to be able to see your vehicle to avoid accidents. Headlights illuminate not only the road ahead but also make your vehicle more visible to other drivers and pedestrians.

While it is true that headlights are typically required at night or in dark conditions, the law in many areas specifies that headlights must also be used in specific weather conditions that impair visibility, including heavy rain, fog, or snow. This ensures that drivers can see and be seen when conditions are less than ideal. In contrast, headlights are not mandatory in residential areas unless the visibility conditions warrant their use.