While Arizona is known for its hot and dry weather, it can get cold during the winter months, especially at night. We decided it would be good to have a list so our readers can be prepared for cold weather if they are in Arizona during nights that are chilly or colder than normal.
Here are ten things you should have on hand just in case it gets cold in Arizona:
Warm jacket or coat: Make sure to have a warm jacket or coat that can keep you warm when the temperature drops. You can even have a few options as sometimes you would want a longer jacker, a short jacket, a light zip up sweatshirt, or leather or even a denim jacket. Each one can serve it’s own purpose to keep you warm on a cold, unexpected night in Arizona.
Gloves: When it gets cold, your hands can easily get cold too. Having gloves will help keep them warm. Cold hands can really impact your mobility and with so many golf communities in Arizona you don’t want to be stuck on a golf cart with cold hands whether you are golfing or just tooling around the neighborhood.
Scarf: A scarf can help keep your neck and face warm, and can also be used to cover your mouth and nose in case of dust or pollution.
Hat: A warm hat can help keep your head and ears warm, which is important for staying comfortable in cold weather. You also lose the most heat from your head and your feet so be sure to keep a warm hat with you and see the next recommendation, warm socks.
Warm socks: Keep your feet warm with a pair of warm socks. Look for wool or synthetic materials that wick away moisture to keep your feet dry. Above we mentioned the importance of a warm hat too. Be sure to keep both your feet and head warm at all times.
Blanket: Having a blanket on hand can be useful when you’re sitting outside or in a cold room. Always a good idea to keep one with you in your car, golf cart, and near your patio for those chilly nights in Arizona.
Thermal underwear: Thermal underwear is designed to keep you warm by trapping heat close to your body. They are great for layering under your regular clothes.
Hot water bottle or heating pad: If you’re feeling particularly cold, a hot water bottle or heating pad can provide some extra warmth.
Hand warmers: Hand warmers are small packets that can be placed inside your gloves or pockets to keep your hands warm.
Warm beverages: Hot tea, coffee, or cocoa can help warm you up from the inside out. Make sure to keep some on hand for chilly evenings. There are many cups and mugs you can purchase too that will keep your beverages warmer longer on a cold Arizona night.
Though it doesn’t always get cold in Arizona, we do recommend you at least have these ten items for when it does get cold in the desert. Better safe than sorry when it’s a cold, unexpected night or day.
