Not all raincoats are created equally which is why parents need to do their research before purchasing.
Just because it is summer does not mean that raincoats are not needed. With some areas getting rain currently, and plenty of it, raincoats get their use both now and during the cooler, rainier months of the year. As such, having a great fitting raincoat is necessary for kids so that they can get out and splash in the puddles rather than having to remain indoors when the weather turns from sun to rain clouds. And with all the raincoats available, knowing how to sift through them all to pick a proper raincoat is key to making this happen.
When a coat is labeled a "raincoat" it is automatically assumed that it will do the job it is advertised to do, which is to protect the wearer from the elements. And while most will do that, there are variables to take into consideration before purchasing, such as how heavy the coat is, whether the lining is detachable, whether it truly will keep the water out of the coat, and more. Meaning that a bit of research should be done before choosing just any jacket if quality and longevity are required for a raincoat.
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Here is how to choose a proper raincoat for kids.
The name "raincoat" is actually a catch-all for several types of jackets that protect the body from getting wet during a rainstorm. As such, it is necessary to know which is which when picking just the right raincoat for kids.
According to REI, the different types of raincoats include:
Armed with this information, it may be easier to choose just the right coat that is needed to protect kids from the variety of rains that come through throughout the year.
With the activity level of kids being higher than adults, how much they are going to sweat, the amount of water they are going to play in, and the outdoor temperature should be taken into consideration when purchasing a raincoat.
According to Reima, things to consider when determining what makes a good raincoat for kids include:
After all, if kids are not comfortable in their coats, they will not wear them. And then all the research in the world would have been done for not.
Just when the options did not seem vast enough when trying to narrow down a raincoat for kids, there are also different levels of protection of raincoats as well.
According to Thread Curve, the different levels of protection in a raincoat include:
Who knew that there was so much to know before choosing a quality raincoat? But by taking into consideration what the coat will be used for, what the climate is like, and how much rain is gotten throughout the year, a perfect raincoat for kids can be chosen every time.
Source: REI, Reima, Thread Curve
Jessica is a writer based out of California. She is a mom to two fiercely independent, fun-loving girls and wife to a man who helps her find balance in life. Jessica is an avid runner, consumer of really great cups of coffee, and enjoys adventuring off the beaten path whenever possible. Family is number one to Jessica and is what makes living this crazy, hectic, beautiful life worthwhile.