Should I wear a sweater at the beach?

Once the forecast dips into the 50s, you'll need to pack layers that can withstand any weather conditions. Start with a sweatshirt or long sleeve tee as your base layer and throw on a zip-up pullover, windbreaker, or quilted jacket. Knit accessories are also a great way to keep warm in fluctuating beach temperatures.



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Tight clothes No matter how much sunscreen you put on, you will leave the beach with a good amount of tan, maybe a sunburn too. Wearing tight clothes might make it more difficult for you. Looser clothes might not help you vanish the sunburn but it will not increase the level of discomfort surely.

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Since sharks see contrast colors, anything that is very bright against lighter or darker skin can look like a bait fish to a shark. For this reason, he suggests swimmers avoid wearing yellow, white, or even bathing suits with contrasting colors, like black and white.

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Other absorbent materials (such as cotton) can break down in the water and cause fibers to clog filters. Any “colored” material (unless specifically made for swimming) can bleed into the pool, affecting water chemistry and balance.

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Whether you have a cloudy day or choose sunlight or sunset time, wearing white will highlight the blue of the ocean. It also looks great with all skin tones and hair colors. If you are after a pop of color, stick with shades of blues, turquoise, and aqua as they stand out with the neutral backdrop of the sand.

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Keep your heart rate up Whether you're braving the elements on the beach or in the sea, it's important that you keep your heart rate raised to help keep yourself warm. In particular, if you're about to surf or bodyboard, it's important you warm up just like you would for any other physical activity.

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