Here’s the secret: layers. Pack a mix of short sleeves and a couple of long sleeves. Bring one hoodie or a light sweater. That’s your whole wardrobe strategy.
Don’t waste suitcase space on a heavy winter coat. You’ll look like a tourist who missed the memo. Instead, bring a versatile zip-up that can go from morning chill to evening breeze.
And yes, bring sunglasses. The Florida sun is still bright even when the air is cool. You’ll want to squint at the palm trees in style.
A Little Story to Make You Smile
Last November, my neighbor Dave—a lifelong Orlandoan— decided to actually wear shorts to his son’s soccer game. By 5 p.m., he was wrapped in a blanket his wife had in the car, pretending he wasn’t cold.
“It’s so nice, though!” he said, teeth chattering. That’s the Orlando November spirit. We’ll deal with a mild chill because it’s just that nice most of the time.
Another friend from Chicago visited and kept saying, “I feel like I’m cheating winter.” She wore a sundress and a scarf at the same time. It worked. It was adorable.
