In the simplest sense, a waterproof jacket offers the highest level of protection from rain and snow. While a water-resistant jacket offers a good, but lower level of protection.

A waterproof jacket is designed to keep you dry in wet weather. The challenge for waterproof clothing is breathability. Letting no water in can prevent water vapour from getting out. This means that when you perspire, moisture becomes trapped within the coat.

A raincoat is a waterproof or water-resistant garment worn on the upper body to shield the wearer from rain. The term rain jacket is sometimes used to refer to raincoats with long sleeves that are waist-length.

“Rain jackets can be insulated to keep you warm and dry in the winter, and even non-insulated rain jackets will keep you warm by keeping moisture and cold wind out. Windbreakers are solely designed to keep wind out, which keeps you warmer on days that may have a windchill factor.”

Rains jackets are designed to not only be completely waterproof but also lightweight. Each jacket is made from strong polyester and topped with a flexible polyurethane coating. The fabric is bonded together using ultrasonic welding which ensures quality products.

See our waterproof care guide for advice on how to do this. How often you need to reproof a jacket depends on how often you use it and the extent to it is put to the test in the elements. If you wear the jacket frequently and are out in all conditions we recommend reproofing every three to four months.

Over time, rain jackets can lose their water-repellency. Waterproofing doesn't last forever. Whether from rubbing against a dirty car while packing up groceries, or a muddy dog wanting snuggles, a dirty jacket will stop repelling water.

Though companies disagree on test standards, you can trust that any gear that a major brand designates as “waterproof” can stand up to a serious squall. Waterproof/breathable: This type of performance rainwear keeps rain from getting through to your skin, while also moving sweat back through to the outside world.

A snug-fitting jacket will maximize breathability, which is the transfer of water through the fabric away from your body. Water vapor always wants to move from warm to cool. A snug-fitting jacket will create a more uniform (warm) environment inside that promotes breathability.

around once every month However, unless unworn, with regular use you should aim to wash your jacket around once every month or so if you want to keep it in top condition. A good quality waterproof can be washed in the washing machine using a gear oriented cleaner such as Nikwax Tech Wash or Grangers Performance Wash.

How often you need to reproof a jacket depends on how often you use it and the extent to it is put to the test in the elements. If you wear the jacket frequently and are out in all conditions we recommend reproofing every three to four months.

After washing the jacket, rinse it, and hang it while it's still wet. Now comes the time for re-waterproofing: Spray the jacket - and spray it really well - with a waterproofing spray. I like ReviveX Spray-On Water Repellent. Then put the jacket in the dryer, and when it comes out, it should be hydrophobic again.

Because you're wearing it in your real cold. Situations. You need it to be roomier. Than your average jacket or coat this is a coat where you're going to wind up doing tons of layering.

Generally the Unisex raincoats are loose-fit and a half size larger than normal clothing while the Womens raincoats matching your normal clothing size. This can vary though, so go after the largest measurement that fit you for the most comfortable fit.