Dallas is ranked as the number one city in Texas for mosquito prevalence. When summer comes around, people often worry about mosquitoes here.

In the summer, when temperatures exceed 100 degrees, you can manage by cranking up the air conditioning and finding shade.

But mosquitoes? They follow you. And they are very persistent.

This year, there are continuous reports that it will be worse, due to rising temperatures, frequent rain, and standing water. All the conditions that mosquitoes love are present.

Especially this year, with the influence of El Niño, the likelihood of increased rainfall in the southern regions is high, making it quite unbearable.

Did you know there are over 80 species of mosquitoes?

No state in the U.S. is free of mosquitoes. They are everywhere, but Texas has a particularly high variety. There are over 80 species.

This isn't a restaurant menu or anything. Not all of them are dangerous. In fact, only a few species are responsible for transmitting diseases.

You may have heard of West Nile or Zika; those are carried by just a few species.

Still, getting bitten is itchy and stressful. When you hear that "buzzing" in your ear at night, you usually end up turning on the light and trying to catch it, losing sleep in the process.

You end up staring at the ceiling and walls for a while, and when you can't find it, you lie back down only to hear the "buzzing" again. This is a classic Texas summer night, haha.

Especially in humid and warm areas, the population increases significantly, making it feel even worse.

There are definitely differences by region. Houston, for example, is a city that gets a lot of rain, so it's no surprise that there are many mosquitoes.

After it rains, those swarms appear without fail a few days later.

Places like Buffalo Bayou Park are great for kayaking or walking, but if you don't prepare for mosquitoes, you'll regret it quickly.

I can't count how many times I've raised my phone to take a picture only to find five mosquitoes on my arm.

Areas near water, especially standing water, are practically mosquito factories.

Flower pot saucers, empty buckets, and clogged gutters in your yard can breed mosquitoes explosively if water sits for just a few days.

Austin is similar. The area around Lady Bird Lake is a great place for running and biking, but the situation changes in the summer. During the day, it's fine, but in the evening, the atmosphere completely shifts. Wearing long sleeves is not optional; it's a must. Try walking by the lake in short clothes, and you'll show up to work the next day with polka dots on your arms and legs.

Especially around the lake or in heavily wooded areas, mosquitoes are seriously entrenched.

While you're passing through, they follow you silently. It's like going for a workout and doing interval training with mosquitoes.

The Hill Country area is no joke either. It may look clear and cool, but if you think, "Oh, it's clean here, so there won't be many mosquitoes," you're in for a surprise.

The slow-flowing rivers and shaded cedar forests create perfect breeding conditions for mosquitoes. There could even be more than you expect.

It's often fine during the day, but as dusk approaches, they suddenly swarm in. Anyone who has gone camping can relate to this.

Around 6:30, they appear from nowhere, and I've spent more time chasing mosquitoes than grilling meat during BBQs at that time.

To enjoy outdoor activities in Texas, you have to think of mosquitoes as your companions. If you try to avoid them, you won't enjoy yourself.

Accepting them as travel companions is good for your mental health. As long as you prepare properly, you won't have major issues.