Having been caught out a couple of times, in torrential rain in Paris in June for example, having packed thinking ‘oh it’ll never rain’, I now never travel without a lightweight rain jacket, the best pack down to practically nothing. Expect looks of envy when you pull yours out…….
PE Nation’s modern water resistant oversized shell jacket has a detachable hood, coated zippers and an elasticated hem to lock in warmth.
This lightweight waterproof jacket by Peter Storm is not only very reasonably priced, but it’ll keep you dry and protected from the wind and the rain. It includes four pocket storage and a rollaway hood.
Gore Wear Gore-Tex Active hooded jacket – any product which includes a Gore-Tex membrane is going to keep you totally dry whatever the weather throws at you. This lightweight jacket comes in three colours. It includes a media pocket with an outlet for your headphone cable, a concealed zip pocket for storage, and an adjustable hem. It also has reflective detailing.
Superdry Sports Mac is versatile and lightweight enough to go running in, wear to the gym or yoga class or pack to take on a trip. It features a mesh lined, drawstring hood with a popper hem, a single layer zip fastening and six external pockets, four with zips and two with poppers so there’s plenty of room to store your stuff.
The North Face GoreTex Active jacket is the real deal when it comes to waterproof and windproof – this jacket will keep you warm and dry whatever the conditions and whether you’re running, hiking or climbing.
Berghaus Deluge Light Jacket is designed to keep you dry whatever the weather, it features an adjustable hood, full length zip and two hand pockets for stashing your essentials. When it's not needed, it's lightweight design allows you to pack it down easily in gym bag or rucksack, so this one is perfect for taking away with you. It also comes in lots of different colours.
Tory Sport hooded packable shell jacket is water and wind resistant and packs away into it’s own little pocket, making it perfect for travel.