When Does Cuffing Season End?

Cuffing season typically ends around Valentines Day but it can around the end of December (to avoid awkward family holiday plans) or New Years to start anew or shortly thereafter. This coincides with another dating trend called Dating Sunday.

Is Cuffing Season A Thing? Is Cuffing Season Real?

Cuffing season is a thing as in it happens on a macro scale but it’s not a rigid schedule that everyone follows. Like all things, it’s a thing because there is a catchy name for it and people only notice when their friends partner up.

Similarly, there are people who are lonely and hate being single. These people would rather be with the wrong person than alone during this time. This is why it’s important to be careful when dating as you never know one’s intentions.

What To Make Of Cuffing Season

Dating someone new right before the holidays can be difficult as things move quickly and an opportunity to meet parents and family members is right around the corner. Many new relationships fail as lots of pressure builds and people are still trying to figure each other out in a rather short period of time.

My advice: expect nothing, everything. Be present and don’t confuse signs for effort, intentions and interest. Some people view introducing someone they are dating as a serious step in a relationship. Some people introduce their new partner every season.

On that note, communication is key during this awkward, intense time. Family plans, travel schedules and more can often cause confusion and make things awkward.