January Packing List for Floral Park — What to Wear & Bring

Essentials

If you only pack a few things, pack these.

• Heavy Down JacketEssential

  Essential for navigating the biting wind chills near the Floral Park LIRR station when temperatures hover around 38°F.

• Thermal Base LayersEssential

  Crucial for staying warm during January's freezing nights that drop to 26°F in the Floral Park area.

• Waterproof OvercoatEssential

  Necessary to stay dry during the 9 days of precipitation expected in Floral Park this month.

• Long-sleeve Thermal TopsEssential

  Helps manage temperature shifts when walking through Floral Park's chilly January afternoons near 38°F.

• Insulated Waterproof BootsEssential

  Vital for navigating the LIRR station area where wind chill and snow can make surfaces slippery during the 9 days of precipitation.

• Warm Wool SocksEssential

  Keeps feet dry and warm when January temperatures in Floral Park drop to a freezing 26°F.

• Heavyweight ScarfEssential

  Protects your neck from the biting wind chills common near the LIRR station when it's 38°F.

• Thermal Gloves/MittensEssential

  Keeps hands warm when temperatures in Floral Park drop to 26°F.

• Warm Beanie/Knit HatEssential

  Essential for retaining heat during commutes when Floral Park temperatures drop to 26°F.

Clothing

• Heavy Down JacketEssential

  Essential for navigating the biting wind chills near the Floral Park LIRR station when temperatures hover around 38°F.

• Thermal Base LayersEssential

  Crucial for staying warm during January's freezing nights that drop to 26°F in the Floral Park area.

• Wool SweatersRecommended

  Ideal for layering as you move between heated buildings and the 38°F afternoon air in Floral Park.

• Waterproof OvercoatEssential

  Necessary to stay dry during the 9 days of precipitation expected in Floral Park this month.

• Long-sleeve Thermal TopsEssential

  Helps manage temperature shifts when walking through Floral Park's chilly January afternoons near 38°F.

Footwear

• Insulated Waterproof BootsEssential

  Vital for navigating the LIRR station area where wind chill and snow can make surfaces slippery during the 9 days of precipitation.

• Warm Wool SocksEssential

  Keeps feet dry and warm when January temperatures in Floral Park drop to a freezing 26°F.

• Sturdy-soled Walking ShoesRecommended

  Good for navigating Floral Park's residential streets which can be icy when temperatures hit 26°F.

• Waterproof Rain BootsOptional

  Useful if those 9 days of precipitation turn into heavy sleet or melting snow in the Floral Park area.

Accessories

• Heavyweight ScarfEssential

  Protects your neck from the biting wind chills common near the LIRR station when it's 38°F.

• Thermal Gloves/MittensEssential

  Keeps hands warm when temperatures in Floral Park drop to 26°F.

• Warm Beanie/Knit HatEssential

  Essential for retaining heat during commutes when Floral Park temperatures drop to 26°F.

• Thermal LeggingsRecommended

  Provides an extra layer of warmth against the 38°F highs in Floral Park.

Gear

• Compact UmbrellaRecommended

  Useful for those 9 days of precipitation when sudden snow or sleet occurs in Floral Park.

• Hand WarmersOptional

  A great addition for long walks near the LIRR station during freezing temperatures around 26°F.

• Thermal Water BottleRecommended

  Keeps drinks warm while walking through Floral Park when it is 38°F.

• Waterproof BackpackRecommended

  Protects your belongings during the 9 days of precipitation expected in Floral Park.