What to wear
What to wear in 10 degrees (50 °F)
10 °C is jacket weather. A jumper and a light coat usually do it; wind or rain can make it feel much colder.
By Style Finder · Updated 26 October 2026
In short
- A jumper or sweatshirt with a light coat or jacket.
- A trench, a wool jacket or a light padded jacket all work.
- Trainers, boots or loafers.
- Bring a waterproof layer if showers are forecast.
How to layer at 10 °C
Base layer
A T-shirt, shirt or long-sleeve top.
Mid layer
A jumper, cardigan or sweatshirt.
Outer layer
A trench coat, denim or wool jacket, or light padded jacket.
Outfit ideas
AI illustrationEveryday
- Fine knit
- Chinos
- Trench coat
- Loafers
The classic in-between outfit, smart and easy to adjust.
AI illustrationOut and about
- T-shirt
- Sweatshirt
- Light padded jacket
- Jeans
- Trainers
Comfortable layers you can unzip when the sun comes out.
AI illustrationEvening
- Shirt
- Jumper over the shoulders or on
- Wool jacket
- Dark trousers
- Boots
Smart and warm enough as the evening cools.
What to avoid
- A heavy winter coat: you’ll overheat indoors.
- Sandals.
- Going without a layer for the evening.
Questions
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