I have been stuck in very windy conditions, and it was more of a challenge than I expected. I have never really worried about the weather, but this particular windstorm was like playing tug of war with mother nature. 

Not only was it tiring driving that way, but Jennifer was not comfortable relieving me as the driver. That made it all the more taxing! 

The constant swerving and fighting to keep my rig in the lane was both physically and mentally challenging. 

I learned a lot from that drive and sought to learn more after. Instead of having to learn firsthand yourself, here are some helpful tips…

When Is It Too Windy to Drive an RV?

Generally speaking, you should avoid driving an RV in strong winds of 45 mph or more. Once winds hit around 60 mph, the wind can topple large vehicles. 

RVs have a large surface area, and winds like that can tip over your vehicle. At the very least, winds at that speed can push you like waves crashing into a toddler.