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Winter coat for San Francisco in October

Verdict

Skip it

Lows stay near 55°F — a coat is overkill.

Why

San Francisco in October averages highs of 68°F, lows of 55°F, 5 rainy days.

That climate means a winter coat isn't pulling its weight. Lows stay near 55°F — a coat is overkill.

What to bring instead

Consider packable down jacket instead →

See the pack-or-skip verdict for packable down jacket in San Francisco in October.

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