I may have been born in New Jersey, but there is no doubt that I am a Floridian at heart. If you know anything about this state, I assume you know that summer is practically year-round. So while the rest of the country is shoveling snow out of their driveways, us Floridians are still shaking the sand off of our beach towels mid-December. Here are the top seven things you should know about winter break in Florida

1. It's HOT, like REALLY hot.

Growing up in Florida, you may think I have gotten used to the blazing temperatures. Unfortunately, you'd be wrong. Winter break as a Floridian is something else, let me tell you. In the majority of the country, people are bundling up to avoid the harsh consequences of prolonged exposure to extremely cold temperatures. Here in Florida, I'm still putting a towel down in my car in order to avoid extreme burns from my leather seats.

2. No seriously, snow does not exist here.

"But like, it COULD snow if it got really cold, right?"

No dude, it actually does not snow here. It is understandably hard to believe considering most of the country receives some sort of snowfall within their state throughout the winter months. But it really is the truth, snow in Florida is just not a thing. In 2011, 49 out of the 50 states saw snowfall. Can you guess which state was the only one not to? You guessed it, the beautiful sunshine state of Florida. So if you're dreaming of a white Christmas, or a white holiday overall, you may want to take your travels elsewhere this break.

3. Colors are colors, year-round

This one might confuse you if you aren't from the state, but you can wear what you want, whenever you want. In other parts of the country, colors trend according to their appropriate season. Go ahead and walk out in burnt orange during the wintertime in Florida, nobody will care. Honestly, the majority of people in Florida don't even realize that there would be something wrong with doing that. Wear navy in the spring, neon in the fall, anything your heart desires- because in Florida, colors are colors regardless of the time of the year.

4. The Winter Migration

If you're ever in Florida over winter break, you might question the abundance of Canadian license plates. Those would be our yearly visitors, the snowbirds. Snowbirds are defined by Merriam-Webster as individuals who spend the winter months in a warm place. What this definition fails to recognize are the impacts these people have on the state. However, in order to avoid offending any northerners reading this, I won't say anything on here. But if you're looking for a more "in depth" definition of these "visitors" I won't say to avoid Urban Dictionary.

5. Getting that ideal "winter body"

Right before the summer months, you'll hear many individuals of this nation complain about how they need to "look good" and/or "prepare" for summer. They'll go on and on about how they need to obtain that ideal "summer body" and begin working towards it. You may even hear these statements right before spring break. However, what makes the state of Florida so different, are that these statements can be heard right before winter break, yes WINTER break, begins. Everywhere else, individuals are able to bury their thanksgiving and holiday gains underneath many layers of sweatshirts and coats. In Florida, things could not be anymore different. The pressure of looking good for the many beach days that will occur throughout a Floridian's winter break is very real, and very present.

6. Spirit, Shmirit

As sad as it is, and no matter how hard one tries, the feel of the holiday season in a state that has a high of 85 almost everyday just isn't happening. You'll throw on fuzzy socks and make yourself a hot chocolate, but you and I both know you'll just be sweating minutes later. Sure, the holiday lights around the neighborhood may be up, but the temperature still won't drop below 75. When the local holiday events promote the abundance of "fake snow" that will be present, you know you're in Florida.

7. Reality

Native Floridians may be wishing for the experience of a true "winter" holiday every once in a while, but then reality hits. There truly is nothing better than being able to walk out in shorts and a tank top in the middle of the December. Sure, it may be fun to throw around a couple of snowballs up north. But more serious topics such as driving on ice and being buried in by snow reminds us Floridians how lucky we truly are to live the lives we do. There are many reasons individuals flock to Florida for the winter months, so if you haven't experienced a winter break in the state of Florida, I recommend you ditch the snow gear and book your flight ASAP.