December Packing List for Tampa — What to Wear & Bring

Essentials

If you only pack a few things, pack these.

• Fleece PulloverEssential

  Perfect for 54°F night walks to see the holiday lights on the Riverwalk.

• Dark JeansEssential

  Versatile for 73°F days and warm enough for 54°F evening hockey games.

• Layered TeesEssential

  Helps you adjust as the temperature moves between 54°F and 73°F.

• Closed-Toe ShoesEssential

  Keep your feet warm as the 54°F evening air settles over the city.

• Leather SneakersEssential

  Provide comfort and style for 73°F daytime shopping at International Plaza.

• Polarized SunglassesEssential

  The winter sun is lower in the sky, creating more glare on 73°F days.

Clothing

• Fleece PulloverEssential

  Perfect for 54°F night walks to see the holiday lights on the Riverwalk.

• Dark JeansEssential

  Versatile for 73°F days and warm enough for 54°F evening hockey games.

• Layered TeesEssential

  Helps you adjust as the temperature moves between 54°F and 73°F.

• Casual BlazerRecommended

  Ideal for upscale holiday dinners in the 73°F Tampa climate.

Footwear

• Closed-Toe ShoesEssential

  Keep your feet warm as the 54°F evening air settles over the city.

• Leather SneakersEssential

  Provide comfort and style for 73°F daytime shopping at International Plaza.

• Dressy BootsRecommended

  A solid choice for the uneven cobblestones of Ybor City during 54°F nights.

Accessories

• Polarized SunglassesEssential

  The winter sun is lower in the sky, creating more glare on 73°F days.

• Knit HatRecommended

  Rarely needed during the 73°F day, but cozy for the 54°F wind on the water.

• Warm SocksRecommended

  Crucial for staying comfortable during outdoor holiday festivals in 54°F weather.