Should I pack gloves for Chicago in October?

Optional — bring it if you have the space. A thin liner glove covers cold mornings without taking up space.

Pack or skip

Gloves for Chicago in October

Verdict

Optional

A thin liner glove covers cold mornings without taking up space.

Chicago in October averages highs of 62°F, lows of 46°F, 9 rainy days.

That climate makes gloves a judgment call. A thin liner glove covers cold mornings without taking up space.