Dressing for Cold Weather

To get outside and be comfortable in chilly winter temperatures you need to start with proper apparel,
which includes fabrics with features that help regulate body temperature and preserve the body’s micro-climate.

Proper Layering Beats Harsh, Cold Weather
Proper layering allows you to strike a balance between your body temperature, clothing
and the outside elements. As the temperature rises and/or your activity level increases,
you can take off layers. Add layers as you get colder or the temperature drops. Also.
Taking off your gloves or hat is a quick way to vent. As much as 70 percent of your
body heat escapes through your extremities.
Considers The Following Points When Deciding Your Layering Needs

1. First Layer: Crucial! This layer must move moisture away from the body to prevent chill.
   Bras, briefs, tops and pants should be made of wicking materials.
2. Insulation: This is the mid layer. These garments also move moisture and trap warm air.
3. Outerlayer: This layer protects you from wind and precipitation, and completes
   moisture transfer by releasing perspiration into the air.

How to Dress for the Weather

		Heavy Precipitation	Moderate Precipitation	Light Precipitation	Dry	Dark
20°- 40°	Outer shell	Waterproof or breathable water resistant vest/jacket and pant/tight	Waterproof or breathable water resistant vest/jacket and pant/tight	Water resistant/ breathable vest/jacket and pant/tight	Breathable vest/jacket and pant/tight	Reflective jacket or vest
20°- 40°	First layer insulation	Lightweight	Lightweight	Lightweight	Lightweight
20°- 40°	Accessories	Gloves & hat: water resistant and breathable; yak trax	Gloves & hat: water resistant and breathable; yak trax	Gloves & hat (optional); yak trax	Gloves & hat (optional)	Lights, reflective bands
0°- 20°	Outer shell	Waterproof or breathable water resistant vest/jacket and pant/tight	Waterproof or breathable water resistant vest/jacket and pant/tight	Breathable water resistant vest/jacket and pant/tight	Breathable vest/jacket and pant/tight	Reflective jacket or vest
0°- 20°	First layer insulation	Midweight and/or lightweight	Midweight and/or lightweight	Midweight and/or lightweight	Midweight and/or lightweight
0°- 20°	Accessories	Gloves & head gear: waterproof plus thermal; windproof underwear; arm warmers; yak trax	Gloves & head gear: waterproof plus thermal; windproof underwear; arm warmers; yak trax	Gloves & head gear: waterproof plus thermal; windproof underwear; arm warmers; yak trax	Gloves & head gear: windproof plus thermal	Lights, reflective bands
0°- 20°	Outer shell	Waterproof or breathable water resistant jacket and pant	Waterproof or breathable water resistant jacket and pant	Breathable water resistant jacket and pant/tight	Breathable jacket and pant/tight	Reflective jacket or vest
0°- 20°	First layer insulation	Midweight plus fleece	Midweight plus fleece	Midweight plus fleece	Midweight plus fleece
0°- 20°	Accessories	Gloves & head gear: waterproof plus thermal; windproof underwear; arm warmers; yak trax	Gloves & head gear: waterproof plus thermal; windproof underwear; arm warmers; yak trax	Gloves & head gear: waterproof plus thermal; windproof underwear; arm warmers; yak trax	Gloves & head gear: waterproof plus thermal; windproof underwear; arm warmers; yak trax	Lights, reflective bands

Wind Chill Factor 
10mph wind = a temperature drop of about 15° 
20mph wind = a temperature drop of about 25° 
15mph wind = a temperature drop of about 20° 
30mph wind = a temperature drop of about 35°