How To Dress in Layers for Cold Montana Weather

How To Dress in Layers for Cold Montana Weather

You have undoubtably heard someone in Montana say that you should dress in layers for our winter weather.  But honestly, dressing that way in Big Sky Country is a year around deal with our wacky Mother Nature.

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But what does dress in layers mean?  Have we been doing it wrong when it comes to being warm in the winter or cool in the summer?

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3 Layers for Montana Winter Weather is the Best

As a golfer in Montana, I probably have way too much gear within my car and bag during the year.  But it is much easier to take off a layer than to add one that you don't have.  Always bring extra.

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According to the Bozeman, Montana based company REI, there are 3 layers to always have either on you or with you.

Each of those layers serves a purpose, and can be adjusted depending on weather conditions, exertion, metabolism and more.

Each Layers Specific Job for Your Montana Job or Recreation

When thinking out layers for your activity in the Montana winter or even the spring or fall, each has a duty to perform.  From REI, these are the difference in each one:

• Base Layer - "As the next-to-skin layer, a base layer's job is moving perspiration away from your skin, aka "wicking." In cool or cold conditions, wicking long-underwear-style base layers are needed to keep your skin dry."
• Middle Layer - "The insulating layer helps you retain the heat that's radiated by your body. The more efficiently this layer traps that heat, the warmer you'll be."
• Outer Layer - "The outer layer (or shell layer) protects you from wind, rain and snow.  Your outer layer is an important piece in stormy weather, because if wind and water are allowed to penetrate to inner layers, you can get seriously chilled."

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What is your go to for clothing in weird Montana weather?  As the temps start to dip, it may be time to dig out the ever-faithful Moon Boots and get ready for it.