Best warm waterproof coats for women: 9 parkas, coats and jackets to keep you dry

If you’re walking your dog, hiking or watching sports in wet weather, you’ll need a coat that's both breathable and waterproof, keeping you warm and dry without causing you to overheat.

Enter the dryrobe Waterproof Parka. Lightweight and more fitted than their signature oversized design, this full-length parka is waterproof to 15,000mm, providing excellent protection against even the most monsoon-like downpours.

We love the peaked hood to keep drips out of your eyes and the cavernous, fleece-lined pockets that keep your hands warm and dry. The two internal pockets are also ideal for safely stashing essentials like your keys and mobile phone.

While the waterproof rating isn’t quite as high as others on our list, you can grab this insulated Peter Storm parka for an absolute bargain at just over £100. 

The shaped seams and adjustable cuffs protect you from most wet weather, while the large faux fur-trimmed hood shields your face from drips.

We love the removable waist belt that helps create a more flattering fit than most parka jackets, while the deep fleece-lined pockets will keep your hands toasty warm during the bitter wait at school pick-up. 

With top-to-bottom insulation made from 80/20 600 fill power down, this coat provides full-body heat retention on colder days.

When asked for recommendations on warm waterproof coats, Mumsnet users have mentioned the Lands' End Stadium Squall time and again, praising its warm but breathable waterproof design that protects you from the elements.

Available in a wide range of sizes, including petite and plus-size fits, we love the large adjustable hood, deep hip pockets, and soft fleece upper lining. 

The Stadium Squall has a boxy silhouette designed for layering when the mercury drops, or you can cinch the drawstring at the waist for a more fitted look. 

It has a lower 2,100mm waterproof protection rating, making it best suited to everyday, perfectly timed school-run downpours rather than extreme weather protection.

We love the windproof design, storm flap, and sealed seams for blustery days. While it's warm enough for most winter days, its breathable design may require a thicker layer underneath when temperatures hit sub-zero.

Related: Best winter coats for women

Tested by Mumsnet editor Poppy O'Neill: Read our full Seasalt Janelle Coat review.

Another favourite amongst Mumsnetters, the Seasalt Janelle Coat comes in a huge range of sizes to suit every body shape, including tall and petite fits. Want to add a pop of colour to your winter wardrobe? Take your pick from eight different colourways, including bolder shades like red and purple.   

While some may prefer a more fitted design, the Janelle's relaxed fit and practical waterproof coating make it stand out from the competition. The Janelle's exterior is made from recycled nylon Tide Cycle, which is waterproof to 5000mm but breathable, so you won’t overheat even during brisk walks.

We love the unrestrictive quilted bottom half, which keeps you warm without limiting your movement. The detachable hood offers excellent coverage if you forget your umbrella, and the reflective strips keep you visible even on gloomy mornings and dark winter nights.

If you’re looking for a warm, waterproof coat that isn't bulky or heavy when wet, the Helly Hansen Westport is definitely worth considering. With a lightweight and breathable design, it offers high waterproof protection, insulating you from chills while repelling moisture. 

We love the adjustable design, allowing you to cinch in at the waist for a more figure-hugging fit, or tighten the cuffs to prevent drips sneaking in during downpours. 

While the hood is adjustable, it still fits fairly close around the face, which may take some getting used to if you’re used to generous faux fur hoods.

Related: Best hand warmers

Reviewed by Mumsnet editor Laura Westerman: Read our in-depth dryrobe review.

They may spark debate, but the days when dryrobe long-sleeved changing robes were only worn by surfers and bodyboarders are gone.

With their waterproof, windproof design, including deep, rainproof pockets for stashing your keys and mobile phone, these oversized robes have become popular among parents, protecting them from wet, windy weather as they watch their kids play five-a-side football.

Mumsnet editor Laura put the dryrobe through its paces during wet weather and temperatures as low as  3°C and found it to be very warm, drying quickly even after more torrential showers. The fit is oversized, though, and could overwhelm petite or smaller frames.

 Mumsnet users love Didriksons, a Swedish brand who produce a wide range of high quality all-weather coats suitable for the whole family. 

With a warm, full-length design and a relaxed, A-shaped silhouette, the Noelia Parka gives you freedom of movement on longer walks or outdoor adventures. 

The generous hood helps block unpleasant wind chill, and you can even adjust the cuffs to trap heat close to your body. 

While the Noelia Parka doesn’t come cheap, it has you covered in heavy rain showers, with a 10,000mm waterproof rating to guard against wet conditions. 

While the brand’s perhaps better known for its premium range of gym and sportswear, Sweaty Betty also have an excellent winterwear range, including this stylish Nimbus Parka.

With a generous, oversized fit in bold colours and patterned designs, this lightweight, breathable parka is modern and on trend, so you won’t feel like the Michelin man on a rainy school run. 

The spacious front pockets have room for your essentials, while the high waterproof rating helps keep you dry in the rain. The price is eye-watering, though. You'll get better value from it if you wear it regularly.  

The lightweight North Face Hikesteller Insulated Parka is another premium option is ideal for dog walks, school runs, and commuting, with a generous, oversized, non-restrictive design that won’t slow you down. With plenty of space for layers underneath, you can easily adjust the warmth to match your surroundings. 

We love the large, zipped waterproof pockets and adjustable three-piece hood, which lets you pull it tight and keep rain out. Thanks to the seam-sealed multi-layer DryVent™ fabrics, this coat is engineered to be waterproof, windproof and breathable, seeing you right through from spring to winter.