While we have all been enjoying the fabulous fall temps, we know winter is quickly approaching. No need to be banished to the treadmill when you can enjoy running outside all winter long. Knowing what to wear for every temp is kind of a “Goldilocks” predicament at times. (Too hot?, Too cold? or Just right?) Not to worry I am sharing my What To Wear For Winter Runs guide and “running” a giveaway from my friends at Skirt Sports for a Wonder Wool Shirt. Thanks to Skirt Sports for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.
What To Wear For Winter Runs
As you might know, I have been a Skirt Sports ambassador for 3 years now. I pretty much live in their clothes for all my runs and workouts so I thought it fitting to do my whole entire What To Wear For Every Temp Winter Running guide with all Skirt Sports gear.
50-55 Degrees
Picture perfect running temps for me! Capri pants and a tank top or short sleeve shirt. Pictured here Pocketopia and Tank.
45-50 Degrees
Capri and long sleeve tech shirt. Alternatively, tank with a light half zip. Pictured Pocketopia and Free Flow long sleeve
35-45 Degrees (and Giveaway item)
Tights, long sleeve and vest, lightweight gloves and thermal headband. Pictured here Triple Pocket Tights and Wonder Wool Long sleeve. The Wonder Wool is one of Skirt Sports new fall items and one of my instant favorites. It’s super soft “thermo wool” wicks away your sweat while keeping you warm. It’s the perfect base layer for any of your winter activities and cute enough to wear out on it’s own too. (Make sure to enter my giveaway at the bottom of the post.)
25-35 Degrees
Warmer tights (or fleece lined) and vest or light weight jacket. Thermal headband and gloves. Pictured below Toasty Tights (with anti chill fabric) Wonder Wool base layer,Wind stopping jacket, hat, gloves.
Under 25 Degrees
Lined tights (or 2 pairs), turtleneck or fleece lined based layer and Running Jacket. Neck gaitor or Balaclava on face. Hat, gloves and hand warmers. Pictured Below Toasty Tights.
While everyone has a slightly different body temperature, this What To Wear For Winter Runs guide has been spot on for me. Hope you find it helpful in planning for your winter runs and outdoor activities.
Now to the Giveaway! Skirt Sports has generously offered to give one of you your choice of the new Wonder Wool Long Sleeve base layer shirt. Sure to become your new favorite as well. If you just can’t wait, feel free to use my promo code FALL20WIN for 20% anything on Skirt Sports.
Tell me: What is your winter running must have pieces?
It can be so tricky to figure out what to wear in cold weather, especially early in the season. I have alot of different types of tops for layering, so its all about mixing and matching to figure out the perfect combo!
Definitely! Thanks for entering
That is some really cute running gear!
Thanks I do love their colors and patterns
I love my fleece-lined tights for winter running. Even though they are b.o.r.i.n.g black, I sometimes layer a funky-patterned pair of tights over them 😉 YOur outfits look great!
Thanks I did pull out all the colors for this one!
I think we have a different threshold for cold! 35-45 I am dressed like you but instead of tights, shorts!
wow shorts in the 30’s!?
You make a great model! It rarely gets anywhere near that cold here, so I’ve never purchased any of the Toasty items (too many other things to buy!).
There are so many cute items this fall! I am loving the wonder wool
Getting dressed really IS half the battle! I LOVE that long sleeve – no wait, I NEED IT!
Definitely you do! It’s cold up there in NY
I have to have a hat on my head. I don’t know if it was from when a little and my mom would always yell out a hat on your head. Also when I was in high school and finishing swim practice with a wet head and putting a hat on.
My winter running must have is gloves! And fleece lined tights 🙂
Gloves of different weights are a must indeed!
Gloves. My hands get so cold!!!
Mine too! I use handwarmers in them a lot
A winter running must have for me in high socks! I hate my ankles being cold so I happily look like an odd ball with socks over my tights to keep them warm. Plus if there’s snow it doesn’t get my skin wet when I run since it’s covered.
I’ve never worn high socks over tights but hey why not if it works for you?!
Think I meed those super cute zig zag capris…
I think you might too!
I ordered them…we will see if I can squeeze myself into a small..it was all that was left…
Keep me posted!
I really need to try skirtsports! I need some good running leggings with good pockets that don’t slide down!
They have great pockets and totally stay in place while running. They also have a drawstring waist
Honestly…unless it’s under 20 degrees, I’m ok in regular tights and a long sleeve. My MUST HAVE requirement for any long sleeve is thumb holes!
Thumb holes are great! What did we do before them?
My treadmill 😉 But for those days when I DO actually get outside, definitely layers, gloves, and a warm hat/beanie.
I try to get outside whenever I can over the treadmill. Just feels good to have the fresh air to me
I had a rough idea of what to wear for cold weather, but in Texas, we don’t get much “cold” so this was a good reminder. I’m also an ambassador and don’t have much SS cold weather gear. Might have to get a couple pieces!!
You never know when you might “need” them right!? Thanks for stopping in
My go to winter item is my boots!
A great pair of boots is a must for sure.
My winter running MUST have are good ear warmers (Fleece ear band or ear muffs) and warm thermal mittens!
For some reason the ear muffs always slide off of my ears!
I love the wonderwool skirt and pants. Thinking about the lines tights, any thoughts on fit and sizing. I live in Iowa and winters usually kill my running.
The tights all seem to fit me in my regular sizing. I bet it does get really cold there!I have not tried the wonder wool skirt yet but the top is amazing I love it
Even though it’s been warm lately, it’s important to know how to dress when the temperature drops. Can I just say how cute you look in everything you wear? SkirtSports clothing looks great, I really need those Toasty tights!
I usually have a hat and gloves that I wear through the winter. I’m trying to get some better pieces for the super cold runs! What a great giveaway 🙂
Oh you are sweet! Yes you should totally try Skirt Sports the quality is great and I do wear them all winter long
I would love to try the Winter Wool top. I think it would be perfect for those random cold days in the Bay Area.
It sure would!
I live in a warmer climate so, most of this would be great to try… if I lived like a polar bear! We can barely get out of capris but, I do love a good headband to cover my ears. Thanks for sharing and a giveaway!
Well I guess you are kind of lucky to have a moderate climate to run in all year long!
My “must have” for winter is fleece lined leggings. I’ve been eyeing the Wonder Wool collection since it came out! It’s generally below freezing most of the winter where I live, so I always need plenty of layers when I run outside.
The wonder wool is a great base layer I am really enjoying running in it
I love Skirt Sports! Love the pictures and how you layer according to the temps. I will be doing 50k/marathon training this winter – started last night, in fact – and would really put the Wonder Wool shirt to good use as a warm base layer!
That’s really impressive! Good luck to you and happy training. Thanks for stopping by and entering!
Skirt Sports Toasty Girl Vest is a must!
I love the toasty girl vest too! super warm and also great in light rain
Great breakdown! For winter I’m in love with my Nike Shield jacket. But I love fleece and I’ve been eyeing Skirt Sports for a while!
Hope you check out their gear I think you would like it
If i dont cover my ears, i am a deadwoman.
Also since i run early ai need a good headlamp and my reflective vest
Thanks
Yes the ears can get really cold!
Love how you break these looks down by temps! I always bundle up in winter 🙂
Thanks so much for checking it out
I have to wear brushed tights … they give me so much warmth. That and a headband or hat when it’s really cold. I can usually only wear gloves for about a mile before I shed them.
I usually end up taking my gloves off at some point too but I love them at the start
what a great post! I’m no runner, but I’d rather brave the cold than the treadmill! PS love those bright colorful tights!
thanks and yes me too! the tights are great for just hanging out in too
I think I need those toasty tights!! That’s the worst part for me – I don’t layer my lower half properly. I come home and my legs are so red! :/
Ooh that sounds painful! Check out the toasty tights
Love this collection and awesome giveaway!
thanks so much for checking it out
These are all such cute outfits! Makes me want to go for a run now! 😀
Ah good hope you enjoy it!
HAHA love the progression. So clever!!
Well thanks so much!
Great tips! I have an awesome base layer shirt from another brand but would love to try the Skirt Sports version. Those tops help keep you super cozy, esp up here in chilly MA!
I am in love with the base layer!
So cute!
I do tend to wear shorts all the way down into the 30s, just because I run hot. I don’t think I’ve ever had to wear fleece, either. It’s crazy how different climates can be!
Wow shorts in the 30″s? Brr
An ear warmer and gloves are an absolute must for me for winter running.
Gloves and hand warmers for me!
Mittens are a must! I run super warm overall…like, no vest/lined tights until it’s in single digits or super windy…but my hands freeze. And then they are so painful when they start warming up. I finally got some running mittens last winter and they are so much warmer than gloves.
My hands get very cold as well at the start
I love fleece lined tights!!
They are great to have on hand
Loved all your running outfits! The patterns on the pants are so fun!
Thanks they do have fantastic patterns
Ah yes, the fine art of layering. I’m a Life-long Wisconsinite, and many times I still don’t get to right.
I am loving my Toasty Cheeks tights and vest lately. I think they will be a staple this winter.
I’m also a sucker for hats. Anything fun and colorful.
Fun and colorful hats are a great way to accessorize for sure. I am looking forward to pulling out the toasty cheeks
I like your 35-45 degree outfit the best, and it also looks like what I would wear to the rink. I wonder what temperature it is at our rink? I think warmer than that but it would be interesting to know. Cute leggings and I’m excited to have a chance to win the wool base layer top!
I always think of the rinks being warmer than that but I agree that would be a great skate outfit. Thanks for entering!
AH! A good thermal headband is SUCH A MUST. I rarely ever have to worry about sub 30 weather. I’d say you dress pretty much like I would too. Although I may go full length tights in the first two categories because…laundry. 😀
Oh the winter workout wear laundry!
It is hard to get the layers just right, but this is a great guideline 🙂
Those first few cold runs are the hardest, we aren’t use to feeling cool when we start after summer lol
I love the thermal headband!
I like to keep thin fabric gloves around too so I can toss them in the wash easy 🙂
The first few runs are always tricky you are right! It’s hard to fight the urge to over dress
My must have is a headband to keep my ears warm. I can live with cold fingers and a cold nose, but cold ears are a misery!
I do love the headbands too thanks for entering
What a fun post! You always have the best leggings. I’m so lame when it comes to running outside in the cold. I usually pick the treadmill.
It’s all about the cute leggings makes you want to go out and run!
Gloves are a must for me! I’m new to your blog, and I can’t wait to check out all of your recipes.
Well thanks so much! Look forward to connecting with you
That Wonder Wool sounds delightful! I MUST have gloves on my winter runs – if my hands get too cold, I might as well go home because I won’t be able to think about anything else and there goes my run!
The wonder wool is fantastic hope you check it out
If it’s super cold, gloves are my must have. My fingers freeze and it is not good.
I hate cold hands! Often I throw in some hand warmers in them. Thanks for entering
Oh, I have NO idea… this is going to be my first winter running 🙁 so far I have really loved my thin pair of gloves. My fingers get really cold for some reason…
So we may need to meet for a shopping date…:)
Great post. SO many people are always questioning what to wear when the weather changes. I am thankful not to have to really worry about winter wear here in Florida. We have a handful of mornings where it is cold, but mostly not so much.
Yes I would imagine it’s much easier to manage down in Florida!
A must have for me is a warm jacket. It gets cold here in Chicago and I need something to keep me warm.
A great jacket is a must!
Gosh, I have a few essentials when it’s really cold – headband, gloves with mitten covers, vest … and warm tights!
I just ordered a new pair of gloves with a mittens cover up my hands get cold
I’m a freeze baby and running I try hard not to over layer. Usually it’s my hands and feet that I can’t keep warm!!
my hands get cold too and I often add in hand warmers to my gloves
Cute post. I’ve been struggling to hit it just right this fall, mostly because the wind and the lack of sun seem to be messing with my usual “rules”.
Yes the wind does make a difference for sure. We have been pretty lucky with a few fabulous weather days the last few weeks
Gloves and ear warmers are my must haves. If my hands or ears get cold, then I’ll most likely wuss out pretty soon.
Yes great gloves are a must thanks for stopping by today
I always overdress and regret it so things I can take off later are great. Arm sleeves. Those headbands that cover the ears. I lost my pair of gloves, but any pullover with sleeves long enough to cover my hands is appreciated.
Yes I like to dress in layers and often end up taking off my ear warmers too. Thanks for stopping by today hope to see you again
I love my Skirt Sports Heartbreaker tights and my Skirt Sports Lotta Love top with ear and and gloves. I need some more wool in my life 😊
I am loving the winter wool top! Thanks for stopping in hope to see you again soon
i just got my dog/run buddy a new harness…world of difference!
that’s great enjoy your runs
My winter running mystery have item is merino wool base layers. What a difference they have made in keeping warm in those chilly temperatures!
Oh yes a great base layer is a must!
A warm headband that does double duty- keeps my hair out of my face and keeps my ears warm!
Yes always great to have!
Honestly Deborah, I am not a runner. I was entering to try and win this for a friend who is. Thanks for sponsoring the giveaway!
No problem at all! It’s a great shirt for everyone to wear all winter and I appreciate your stopping by today
I need to have mittens or gloves! My hands get so cold!
Mine do too! I often put hand warmers in them
Ear Muffs !! Every other part of my body stays warmer than my ears.
Thanks for stopping by and entering!
I’ve only ever run through California winters, so I didn’t really have that much stuff that was different. It’ll be different in New Jersey for sure! :[
OH yes for sure it will!
Hi Deborah, you have made my work so easy. Really, it is so difficult to decide what to wear. But after reading your blog everything is sorted. Thanks for sharing such a nice content.
Thanks so much for checking it out happy running and stay warm