RAINS products are designed with different levels of water protection depending on their material, construction, and intended use.
To understand the water protection of a specific product, please refer to the product’s water performance level, where available, on the product page.
Water performance levels
RAINS uses water performance levels from W1 to W5 to indicate how much water protection a product is designed to provide.
As a general guide:
- W1 - Mist: Everyday protection from light moisture
- W2 - Drip: Protection from intermittent light rain
- W3 - Drizzle: Waterproof protection from light rain
- W4 - Shower: Waterproof performance for moderate rainfall
- W5 - Highest water performance level: Designed for the strongest level of water protection in the RAINS range
Products with lower water performance levels are designed for lighter moisture or intermittent rain, while higher water performance levels provide stronger protection in wet-weather conditions.
Please always check the specific product page for the most accurate information about a product’s water performance level.
Material and construction
Water protection depends on more than the main material. It may also be affected by the product’s coating, seams, zippers, closures, lining, and overall construction.
Our signature PU material is waterproof and is used across many RAINS products. Some products may include other materials or design details with different water-protective properties.
Products without a water performance level
Some RAINS products, including selected lifestyle, Ready-to-Wear, swimwear, activewear, and seasonal products, may not have a water performance level.
For these products, please refer to the product description, material information, and care instructions on the product page.