Gear Guide

Best Winter Running Jackets 2025

We tested the top running jackets for cold, wet, and windy conditions. Here are our picks for every budget and use case.

Best Overall

Arc'teryx Norvan SL

Ultralight Gore-Tex perfection

Best Value

Patagonia Houdini

Unbeatable for the price

Quick Comparison

Jacket	Price	Weight	Best For
Arc'teryx Norvan SL	$325	4.2 oz	Ultralight protection
Patagonia Houdini	$109	3.7 oz	Wind protection
Nike Storm-FIT Run Division	$185	10.5 oz	Cold + wet conditions
Salomon Bonatti WP	$200	6.7 oz	Mountain running

Best Overall

Arc'teryx Norvan SL

$325

4.2 oz

Gore-Tex

Ultralight protection

Pros

+ Incredibly lightweight
+ Fully waterproof
+ Packs tiny
+ Premium build quality

Cons

- Expensive
- Minimal insulation

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Best Value

Patagonia Houdini

$109

3.7 oz

DWR treated

Wind protection

Pros

+ Extremely packable
+ Lightweight
+ Great price
+ Versatile

Cons

- Not fully waterproof
- Can wet out in heavy rain

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Best for Cold

Nike Storm-FIT Run Division

$185

10.5 oz

Storm-FIT

Cold + wet conditions

Pros

+ Warm and waterproof
+ Reflective details
+ Good ventilation
+ Running-specific fit

Cons

- Heavier
- Can be warm for hard efforts

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Best for Trail

Salomon Bonatti WP

$200

6.7 oz

AdvancedSkin Dry

Mountain running

Pros

+ Durable
+ Helmet-compatible hood
+ Great breathability
+ Trail-focused features

Cons

- Trail-specific styling
- Hood can be bulky

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