Clothes for the Seasons & each Month

We provide an overview of seasonal clothes and information on appropriate clothes for each month (Monthly Recommended Clothes).

Seasonal Overview

Weather and Climate
Jacksonville experiences a humid subtropical climate, marked by hot summers and mild winters. Spring brings balmy temperatures, with highs in the 70s and 80s Fahrenheit. Summer turns up the heat, often reaching the 90s, accompanied by afternoon thunderstorms. Fall offers a pleasant respite, with temperatures dropping to the 60s and 70s. Winter is mild, rarely dipping below 40°F, making it an attractive destination year-round.

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Jacksonville

Jacksonville is one of the largest cities in the south of the US located in the northeast region of Florida. The city is enveloped by a subtropical climate with modest seasonal changes. Continuous sunshine and clear skies means balmy weather and an easier time organizing your wardrobe for the city's laid-back climate.

Jacksonville is bustling with a modernistic feel merged with traditional scenes and international allure. World-class performing arts, mirrored skyscrapers, and southern charm all constitute what makes this metropolis desirable. An easy stroll through quaint vicinities like San Marco along with a busy downtown, thriving businesses, and a laid-mellow beach environment offers everything you need in a fascinating environment. The city is known for its amazing weather particularly during the chillier winter season from December to March. Still, your closet will have enough variety to keep it interesting and stylish due to Jacksonville's mild seasonal changes.

Seasonal Facts About Jacksonville

This information about the basic weather and seasonal patterns in Jacksonville will help you organize your attire better whether you are living or visiting the city.

• Between Mid-April and October is the best time to catch the region's awesome sunrays. During these months, temperatures are over 80 degrees with the highest averaging around 90degrees during July and August.
• The humidity can be intense around the end of May and beginning of October, so forget about clothing made of materials like viscose/rayon, polyester blends, nylon, and surprisingly silk. Even though silk is a natural material, it can get uncomfortably damp and harbor body odors. The best fabrics to wear are cotton, linen, and light denim. Prepare for daily thunderstorms during this period. Luckily, they are over rather quickly. A light raincoat, umbrella, and shoes that dry quickly are fine.
• It's basically unheard of for temperatures to go below freezing in Jacksonville; however, roughly 7 to 10 days a year, the temperature can get chilly for several hours during the night from mid-December to mid-February. Snow is even more rare so you won't need heavy coats and boots. Layer with sweaters or wear a lightweight jacket with a vest. Add a scarf for cool style.

So, What Should You Wear in Jacksonville?

The main thing to remember when dressing in Jacksonville is to layer. No matter what season it is, make sure to have light jackets or sweaters in tow. In winter, the weather does cool down in the evenings, so a lightweight coat will suffice. Keep in mind, a warm cozy day can turn into a chilly night so make certain your wardrobe is diverse. In fact, even in the hot summer weather it's best to carry a light sweater with you as many buildings blast the air conditioning sky-high and it can become chilly rather quickly.

As luck would have it, winters in Jacksonville are short-and-sweet. It's more like an Indian Summer climate. Again, a lightweight jacket or overcoat will do for both daytime and nighttime temperatures, except during those few days of cold spells in the year. You may need to layer-up a bit at nighttime whenever the short cold spell occurs. Long sleeved shirts and pants, dresses and skirts with stockings are fine. Winter boots and heavy jackets are not necessary much to the delight of those coming from frigid climates.

For the better part of the year, the city is hot and humid, so keep your clothing and colors light. Dark colors attract more heat. For work, lightweight attire can still look professional. For example, a cotton shirt and vest are an adequate substitute for a suit jacket. For women, if the office does not allow bare legs, a pair of lightweight pants will do.

Looking stylish and fresh is easy in Jacksonville. Shorts and capri pants for a casual look hits the mark. In fact, capri pants can be easily dressed up during the evening for a night out on the town. There are even short-suits (shorts with jacket) that look fashionable and appropriate for a number of venues like various nightclubs and restaurants. Loosely cut trousers like cargo pants look great in various colors made from cotton; however, they may not be appropriate as business attire.

In Jacksonville, people love the outdoors no matter what the season. It's easy to see why with so many recreational spots, beaches, and outdoor venues. Casual wear is suitable and will keep you comfortable. Actually, the city has a take-it-easy vibe so lightweight sports clothing are always a hit. Certain places like restaurants, special events, churches, weddings and the like may call for more formal wear but overall, Jacksonville is as cool and relaxed as they come. With the right wardrobe, you will be prepared for just about anything!

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