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International Students: Surviving Your First UK Winter
Kaushik · 22 Nov 2025 · 6 min read
International StudentsUK LifeCultureWellbeing
The Weather
It gets dark at 4 PM in winter. This can affect your mood (SAD). Take Vitamin D supplements and try to get outside during the brief daylight hours.
Clothing
Layers are key. You need a waterproof coat (umbrellas are useless in wind) and good boots. Don't underestimate the damp cold.
British Culture
We love to queue. We say 'sorry' when you bump into us. And we talk about the weather constantly because it changes constantly.
Healthcare
Register with a GP as soon as you arrive. The NHS is free at the point of use (mostly), but you need to be in the system.
Check your own draft before you hand it in.
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