
Women's Rain Jackets At The North Face
With a variety of women's raincoats available at The North Face, you may be wondering what you should look for? Â Well, that depends on how you plan to wear your rain jacket. Â For general outdoor use, a softshell jacket is a versatile choice. Â Some are water-resistant and lightweight and often are easily packable into a daypack or backpacking pack for multi-day hikes. Â If you're planning something more active, look for jackets that offer more stretch like our Apex Flex line which are designed for increased range of motion. Â For the daily commute, consider a longer style like a rain parka or trench coat that offers more coverage over businesswear.
Waterproof vs. Water Resistant
A term that's often used with raincoats is DWR which stands for durable water-repellent coating. Â While a coating offers some protection, there is a big difference between water-resistant and waterproof. Â Water resistant rain jackets can handle light precipitation, but not serious downpours. Â Truly waterproof jackets, on the other hand, come with features designed to help keep moisture out including taped seams and coated zippers.
When choosing a waterproof jacket, be sure to consider breathability as well. Â Some materials are not very breathable which can lead to sweat building up and overheating. Â Materials like Gore-Tex and The North Face's FUTURELIGHT are designed to allow sweat to escape without letting rain in.
Bonus! Â Many waterproof and even water resistant rain jackets are also windproof. Â However, don't make the mistake of relying on a windbreaker in rainy downpours. Â They are not typically designed to handle heavy rain.
Why are raincoats yellow?
Yellow raincoats originated in the fishing industry and were preferred due to their high visibility. Â If a yellow jacket isn't your style, however, you'll find women's rain jackets in a variety of colors from bright red to deep black at The North Face.Â
Women's Raincoats Near You
Be sure to use our store locator to shop for rainwear at a The North Face store near you.