Packing List for Florida: Everything You Need

When packing for Florida, you’ll want to bring all of those sundresses you don’t get to wear often. But, you don’t want to overpack! We created a packing list for Florida with everything you’ll need to bring on your vacation so that you’ll be comfortable the entire time, without making your bag too heavy. Luckily, Florida has great weather all year round, so you don’t have to pay much attention to what season it is when you travel.

The Ultimate Packing List for Florida

When you think Florida, you probably think shorts, flip flops, and a swimsuit. Though those are three things you can’t forget, there’s also a lot more to bring! To make it easy for you, we created a packing list for your Florida vacation. Keep reading below to know what you need to bring!

Key Necessities

No matter what season you visit Florida, you’ll want to make sure you pack these key items in your suitcase or carry-on.

  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Flip-flops or sandals
  • Swimsuit 
  • Camera

Clothing

In the spring and summer, temperatures range from 75°F to the mid-90s, and in the fall and winter, temperatures can get as low as 39°F to the mid-80s. Nights in Florida can be chilly no matter what time of the year it is! Regardless of the season, the clothing you should bring is boiled down in the list below. 

For Women:

  • A few pair of shorts to wear to the beach and around town
  • Three to four tank tops or short-sleeved shirts 
  • A pair of jeans and/or nice pants to wear at night or out to dinner
  • A few nice long-sleeved shirts for dinner or a cool day in town
  • A few skirts to wear out on the town or out to dinner
  • A sweatshirt and a cardigan for night time 
  • A dress or two for day time or for dinner
  • A swimsuit cover-up or t-shirt for the beach
  • Wedges or heels for night time
  • Comfortable shoes for the day time

For Men:

  • A few pairs of shorts to wear to the beach and around town
  • A few tank tops and short-sleeved shirts
  • Nice pants for night time and dinner
  • A sweatshirt and a few nice long-sleeved shirts for night time or a chilly day
  • Dress shoes for dinner and night time
  • Comfortable shoes for the day time

Toiletries and extras:

  • Contact solution, contact case, and glasses
  • Undergarments
  • Pajamas
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Lotion, face wash, and body wash
  • Hairstyling products
  • Deodorant 
  • Make-up
  • Medications
  • Phone and laptop chargers
  • Headphones

Bring anything else you feel like you might need for relaxing. Perhaps a book, magazine, some work (if you must), games, etc.

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