Packing Comparison
Boston vs New York in October
Temperatures are comparable; the packing list shifts in style and a few specifics.
Boston
October avg: 49–63°F · humid continental
Core packing
- • Mid-weight insulated jacket or wool coat· essential
- • Long-sleeve shirts and light sweaters· essential
- • Heavier wool or knit sweater· essential
- • Full-weight jeans or chinos
- • Light thermal base layer
- • Waterproof flat ankle boots· essential
- • Comfortable walking shoes or boots
- • Wool socks
- …and 4 more (see full list)
New York
October avg: 50–64°F · humid continental
Core packing
- • Tailored mid-weight jacket or structured coat
- • Cozy knit sweaters and long-sleeve tops
- • Dark jeans or tailored trousers
- • Midi skirt or dress (with tights for cooler days)
- • Lightweight turtleneck or fitted crewneck
- • Flat or low-heeled ankle boots
- • Comfortable walking sneakers (for foliage walks)
- • Waterproof Chelsea boots or knee-high boots (for rainy fall days)
- …and 3 more (see full list)
What's different
Bring for Boston
- + Heavier wool or knit sweater
- + Light wool scarf
- + Long-sleeve shirts and light sweaters
- + Mid-weight insulated jacket or wool coat
- + Waterproof flat ankle boots
- + Comfortable walking shoes or boots
- + Full-weight jeans or chinos
- + Light knit hat or beanie
- + 4 more
Bring for New York
- + Comfortable walking sneakers (for foliage walks)
- + Compact umbrella
- + Cozy knit sweaters and long-sleeve tops
- + Dark jeans or tailored trousers
- + Flat or low-heeled ankle boots
- + Light gloves (knit or leather)
- + Lightweight turtleneck or fitted crewneck
- + Medium-weight scarf (wool or cashmere blend)
- + 3 more