The 10 Best Rain Jackets For Kids

This wiki has been updated 24 times since it was first published in December of 2018. You can't tell kids not to play in the rain — the puddles are just too enticing. You can, however, outfit them in quality jackets, so you don't have a sopping wet child when all is said and done. Naturally, you want some photo-worthy designs that are as cute as the little boy or girl wearing them, so we found options up to those standards as well as more practical choices. When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. Hatley Boys' Printed

Your kid may not get far in the adorable Hatley Boys' Printed (around $37) because you'll keep stopping him to take photos. Available in a multitude of patterns that will appeal to youngsters, like trucks, dinosaurs, and astronauts, there's one for every child's taste.

Easy snap closures
Large front pockets
Identification tag inside

2. Zaclotre Outwear

Children grow out of their clothes so fast, which is why wallet-friendly items, like the Zaclotre Outwear (about $17), can be a smart choice. When your cutie puts the hood on, she'll resemble her favorite spotted bug. Plus, it fits true to size, with room for a sweater beneath.

Seams are all stitched well
Bright colors keep kids visible
Lightweight and comfortable

3. Western Chief F.D. USA

Whether you have an actual fire fighter in the family who your kiddo wants to imitate or the little man is just a fan of the profession, the Western Chief F.D. USA (about $39) will be a hit. It snaps all the way up to the neck for extra warmth.

Pull tabs on the pockets
Soft cotton-polyester blend lining
Can double as a halloween costume

4. Carter's Her Favorite Rainslicker

The Carter's Her Favorite Rainslicker (around $24) comes in some imaginative and quirky prints that the anything-but-ordinary little girl in your life will adore. Its slit pockets are at just the right angle for the wearer to shove her hands into when they're getting chilly.

Doesn't restrict movement
Covers a child's bottom
Machine washable

5. Kid1234 Quick Dry

Since the Kid1234 Quick Dry (about $29) is reversible, it gives your youngster the option to show his louder fashion sense one day and his more muted moods on other days. Its elastic cuffs will keep cold air and water off the wearer's arms.

Effective as a windbreaker too
Massive hood protects the face
Best for just light drizzles

6. Hiheart Hooded

If you're looking for a classic aesthetic and excellent craftsmanship, then the Hiheart Hooded (around $28) fits the bill. It comes in seven solid colors that should match most of the outfits your child wears underneath. Its striped interior adds just the right touch of cuteness, too.

Good for boys and girls
Moisture-wicking lining
Zipper can snag

7. Arshiner Flower

With its fashionable ruffles throughout and slightly mature cut, the Arshiner Flower (appx. $18) is the perfect choice for a little girl who likes to mimic mom's look. A colorful, floral pattern peeks out from the lining, and the buttons are easy for small fingers.

Hood is detachable
Ideal for spring showers
Must be hand washed

8. Arshiner Little

If your little one is reaching the phase when he wants to dress like the cool older kids, then he'll appreciate the Arshiner Little (appx. $17). It has that trendy, bright white zipper found on popular adult brand hoodies and a simple, one-tone design.

Can be shoved in a backpack
Colors are true to the photos
Stitching is lacking in quality

9. Columbia Girl's Switchback

The company that produces popular outdoor gear for adults also offers a durable waterproof coat for the younger adventurers in the family. Since it's machine washable, the Columbia Girl's Switchback (appx. $46) makes your and your kid's life easier.

Comes in pleasant pastel colors
Reflective details for visibility
Feels a bit stiff

10. Fit Rite Reflective

If you're taking your child on her first visit to London or she just likes that posh style, then the plaid-lined Fit Rite Reflective (around $26) is appropriate. It has a rip-resistant vinyl shell, but it adds no warmth and should be paired with a sweater.

Handles heavy downpours
Cuffable sleeves
Too long for many

Last updated by Brett Dvoretz

A wandering writer who spends as much time on the road as in front of a laptop screen, Brett can either be found hacking away furiously at the keyboard or, perhaps, enjoying a whiskey and coke on some exotic beach, sometimes both simultaneously, usually with a four-legged companion by his side. He has been a professional chef, a dog trainer, and a travel correspondent for a well-known Southeast Asian guidebook. He also holds a business degree and has spent more time than he cares to admit in boring office jobs. He has an odd obsession for playing with the latest gadgets and working on motorcycles and old Jeeps. His expertise, honed over years of experience, is in the areas of computers, electronics, travel gear, pet products, and kitchen, office and automotive equipment.

Thanks for reading the fine print. About the Wiki: We don't accept sponsorships, free goods, samples, promotional products, or other benefits from any of the product brands featured on this page, except in cases where those brands are manufactured by the retailer to which we are linking. For more information on our rankings, please read about us, linked below. The Wiki is a participant in associate programs from Amazon, Walmart, Ebay, Target, and others, and may earn advertising fees when you use our links to these websites. These fees will not increase your purchase price, which will be the same as any direct visitor to the merchant’s website. If you believe that your product should be included in this review, you may contact us, but we cannot guarantee a response, even if you send us flowers.