The 10 Best Men's Rain Jackets of 2024
By: Kevin Katsafanas: Men's Techwear Buyer | October 18, 2023
It’s raining, it’s pouring, the old man is… staying dry as can be in his 3-layer GORE-TEX shell rain jacket. When the weather turns wet, don’t get caught out in the storm getting soaked to the bone. With plenty of excellent waterproof options for staying dry, there’s no reason not to be like the old man, just snag one of the best rain jackets of 2024. We’ve got lightweight jackets to stash in your backpack just in case, stylish trench coats to strut the city streets in, and technical layers to keep you protected on the most extreme alpine adventures.
New This Year:
Brands continue to move towards lighter weight construction while balancing out providing protection from the elements. With this lighter construction also comes the added benefit of packability, so the jacket is only there when you need it.
Patagonia Torrentshell 3L
When it rains, it's time to zip up the Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Jacket and embrace the deluge. Made with Patagonia's proprietary 3L H₂No® Performance Standard membrane, it's lightweight, weatherproof, and highly breathable for maximum comfort during activity.
| Pockets | Material | Original Price |
| Two Hand Warmer Pockets | 3L H2No Performance Standard | $179.00 |
The North Face Alta Vista
For hikers and runners looking to avoid the chills of wind and intermittent drizzles, The North Face Alta Vista Jacket provides safe haven. Made from 100% recycled fabrics with a water-repellent finish, plus technical features like an adjustable hood, pit vents, and a super packable design that fits within its own hand pocket.
| Pockets | Material | Original Price |
| Stowabel Hand Pocket, Internal Drop Pocket, Secure Chest Zip Pocket | Dryvent 2L | $129.00 - $139.95 |
Outdoor Research Apollo
Not everyone wants to re-mortgage the family home just to afford a rain jacket. The Outdoor Research Apollo Jacket packs premium features like waterproof / breathable fabric, pit zip venting, and tons of adjustability into a budget-friendly price that leaves plenty of gas money leftover to get you out to the trailhead.
| Pockets | Material | Original Price |
| Zippered Hand Warmer Pockets, Left Hand Pocket Doubles as Stuff Sack | 100% Nylon 70D Ripstop | $128.95 |
The North Face Valle Vista
Stay warm and protected with The North Face Valle Vista Jacket. The waterproof DryVent® fabric and adjustable hood have you covered in a downpour and pit zip vents keep your temperature comfortable. Adjustable cuffs and hem plus multiple pockets provide the versatility and functionality you need for outdoor adventure.
| Pockets | Material | Original Price |
| Reverse-Coil-Zip Welt Hand Pockets | 94% Recycled Polyester / 6% Elastane | $169.95 |
Rab® Downpour Eco
The Rab® Downpour Eco Jacket is a lightweight stowable with excellent waterproofing and breathability. When that surprise thunderstorm shows up out of nowhere, this jacket is waiting inside its own pocket at the bottom of your pack, ready to be unfurled. An adjustable hood and ample underarm venting work with the fabric's water and heat-management properties to make this an iffy-weather essential.
| Pockets | Material | Original Price |
| Two Zippered Hand Warmer Pockets | Recycled 50D Polyester | $139.95 |
Helly Hansen Verglas Micro Shell
The Helly Hansen Verglas Micro Shell Jacket is unstoppable, with Helly Tech® 2.5-layer coverage against wind and rain and a perfectly packable design that stuffs into its own pocket when the clouds begin to break.
| Pockets | Material | Original Price |
| Packs Into Own Pocket, Chest Pocket | 100% Polyamide | $180.00 |
Mountain Hardwear Threshold™
The Mountain Hardwear Threshold™ Jacket is a great choice for outdoor enthusiasts hitting the trail in soggy climates. Tough, breathable 3-layer fabric keeps you comfortable in wet and windy weather, and the whole thing packs down small into its own hand pocket for easy storage when the sun comes out.
| Pockets | Material | Original Price |
| Two Zippered Hand Pockets | 100% Recycled Nylon | $179.95 |
Outdoor Research Helium
Packable, breathable, and ultra lightweight, the Outdoor Research Helium Rain Jacket is a 2.5 layer waterproof shell that almost floats away. Constructed with durable Pertex® Shield Diamond Fuse fabric, it'll keep even the heaviest drops away, and packs easily into the front chest pocket when the sun comes out. Zip up, float away, and see the rain from a new perspective.
| Pockets | Material | Original Price |
| Chest Pocket Doubles as Stuff Stack | 100% Nylon, 30D Ripstop | $169.95 |
Burton Multipath Shell
The Burton Multipath Shell Jacket is an easy-going shell that prioritizes low weight and packability. It stows into one of its own pockets, making it an easy addition to any adventure. And when it's not serving emergency duty stuffed in the bottom of your backpack, it's just one slick windbreaker for wearing around town.
| Pockets | Material | Original Price |
| Zippered Chest Pocket | DRYRIDE Mist-Defy DWR 2.5-layer Nylon | $174.95 |
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The Selection Process:
Our techwear buyers have an endless amount of knowledge on all things outerwear stemming from years of experience in the outdoor industry in tandem with their countless hours spent outside in all conditions around the world. From hot to cold, snow, rain, wind, and even sunshine, they know what clothing will keep you comfortable. evo's buyers assess all products coming to market, lean into this knowledge, and put together this selection of the best products. They have a unique perspective as they truly see everything offered across the category.
