Days that start cold and end warm

Short answer: Dress for the midday temperature and bring a layer for the morning. It is easier to carry a sweater than to carry the heat. That way you have something to take off when the day warms up.

The mistake most people make

People dress for what they feel at seven in the morning. By two in the afternoon it is ten degrees warmer, and there is nothing left to take off. The rest of the day is uncomfortable because the clothes were chosen for the morning, not the whole day. Nearly everyone has made this mistake, and it is easy to avoid.

Look at the whole day

Check the day's high and low, not only the number right now. Then you can plan your clothes around how the day develops. A day that starts cold and ends warm calls for something different from a day that stays even. It takes half a minute to check and saves many uncomfortable hours.

The right order

Choose the innermost layer for the day's highest temperature. Add a layer on top for the morning that you can take off and carry in your bag. That way you are well dressed at the bus stop and not too warm at midday. See bamboo t-shirts for men as the base layer.

A layer that is easy to carry

A thin sweater that can be tied around your waist or folded into a bag is ideal. Big jackets are hard to carry once they come off, and they often turn into a burden. See bamboo sweatshirts for women and bamboo clothing for women, which are easy to pack.

A fabric that works at both ends

If you cannot carry anything extra, choose a fabric that works both when it is cold and when it is warm. Bamboo viscose feels cool in the heat and still holds a little warmth when it is cool. That makes it a good choice on days with big swings in temperature.

Spring and autumn

The gap between morning and midday is biggest in spring and autumn. Typically there are eight to twelve degrees between morning and midday in those seasons. That makes layering the best strategy, because a single thick garment rarely suits the whole day. With layers you can adapt, however the weather develops.

The commute

On the way to work it is often cold in the morning, while the trip home in the afternoon can be warm. Put the outer layer in your bag when you arrive. Then you have it for the way home, and you avoid carrying a jacket over your arm or freezing in the morning.

Socks and feet

Feet get cold in the morning but can turn warm late in the day. Choose thin socks in a breathable fabric that do not get too warm when the sun is high but still hold some warmth early on. Avoid thick socks and tight shoes if the day ends warm, since that leads to clammy feet.

How to pack your bag

Pack a thin sweater or a light scarf and put it on top so it is easy to reach. Choose just one extra layer so the bag does not get heavy. With a fixed routine it becomes a habit, and you no longer have to think about it. It is a small effort that makes the day more comfortable.

Frequently asked questions

How big is the difference typically

Eight to twelve degrees between morning and midday in spring and autumn. That is enough for a day that starts cold to end as a warm afternoon in the sun.

What if you cannot carry anything

Choose a fabric that works at both ends of the day. Bamboo viscose suits that, since it feels cool in the heat and holds a little warmth when it is cool.