How to Keep Your Hands Warm Without Gloves in Winter

Get out of wind and damp, dry your hands, warm your core and tuck your hands into dry pockets or under your arms. For extended exposure, wear suitable gloves or mittens.

Use dry gloves that fit without constricting your fingers, and cover the wrist opening with your coat sleeve. A liner can add warmth if the outer glove still has enough room.

Avoid a tight fit that compresses fingers, keep the gloves dry and choose insulation suited to the conditions. Mittens keep fingers together when dexterity is less important.

Make sure your fingertips reach the insulated ends without pressing against them, and avoid gloves that are too short or tight. Fingerless designs leave fingertips exposed and are poorly suited to cold, windy weather.

Dry them fully, check that they fit comfortably and add a thin liner if it does not make the fit restrictive. Replace worn or damp gloves before going back into the cold.