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As the temperatures drop in the winter time, people tend to stay inside their warm and cozy houses to avoid the blistering cold. With that certain chill in the air, it\u2019s understandable to assume that skydiving is only a summer sport \u2013 but it\u2019s simply not true, especially at skydiving centers that experience decent weather year-round! Let\u2019s chat all about skydiving when it\u2019s nippy, what to wear skydiving in cold weather, and where to go skydiving in winter (we might know of a place *wink-wink*)<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IS SKYDIVING COLD?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Skydiving is a lot cooler<\/em> than you may think. Keep in mind that the temperature changes about three degrees per every thousand feet you gain in altitude. That means it will be 30 to 40 degrees colder up at altitude than on the ground, which can be quite nice in the blazing summer\u2019s of Southern California.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


What is too<\/em> cold for skydiving?<\/strong> There isn\u2019t an exact temperature that is considered to be too<\/em> cold for skydiving, however, it may be extremely unpleasant if you attempt to skydive in temperatures below 59 degrees. Not only will the temperatures be cold, be mindful that you\u2019ll also have blistering wind blowing all over your face and body. Talk about wind chill! Brrrr.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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Can You Skydive in Winter?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As long as the skies are clear and the winds are low\/stable, it\u2019s pretty much up to you if you want to brave the cold or not! Is it better to skydive in winter or summer?<\/strong> Well, that is all based on your personal preference! Some people don\u2019t mind the cold and actually enjoy the slower pace of the dropzone during cooler months, while some prefer hotter days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n


Luckily, here in sunny Southern California, the temperatures never get \u201cugly.\u201d At Skydive Perris, we see an average temperature of 68 degrees in the afternoon, even in January and February *puts on sunglasses*<\/em>. So pretty much any time is the best time to go skydiving<\/a> at Skydive Perris. Stay stoked!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHAT TO WEAR SKYDIVING IN COLD WEATHER<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So, let\u2019s say you decide to jump out of an airplane NOW \u2026 in January \u2026 and the last available spot is at 7 am. First, check the forecast. Remember that even when temperatures are really low, as soon as you clear the airplane door, the exhilaration of flight is so phenomenal you likely won\u2019t even realize it\u2019s \u2018a bit chilly\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re in it to win it, then dress accordingly: gloves, long pants, and layers, layers, layers. Layers are key to staying warm when skydiving in cold weather. Even during the warmer months, we recommend layers to protect your skin from the cool wind. Another important thing to bring are gloves \u2013 and if you can layer your gloves that might be even better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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