15 Best Rain Boots for Men

20.11.2023 - 22:25 / cntraveler.com

Take it from us: Having a solid pair of water-tested boots is a good investment. We understand that the traditional wellies aren’t going to land in your daily rotation unless you live in a place where it rains a lot (London, Seattle, etc.), but the good news is that waterproof footwear now comes in a variety of styles and aesthetics. If you’re not a tall, rubber boot kind of guy, you can opt for any number of alternatives, from rugged hiking boots to sleek Chelsea boots—all of them totally waterproof. But regardless of which you choose, the convenience of having a pair of boots made to withstand wet conditions can’t be overstated, whether you’re at home or your next great tropical adventure. Here, our pick for the 15 best rain boots for men.

Who says all rain boots have to be rubber? At first glance, you would never think these Chelsea boots could ever survive the rain. But the waterproof cow leather and the grippy Vibram soles make these boots tougher than you think, which means you could wear them anywhere, from the airport (easy-off for the TSA line) to a mild jungle hike.

Sizes available: 6.5–13.5 (including half sizes)
Notable features: Rubber upper, textile lining, padded insole, non-skid rubber outsole

Our favorite thing about these Hunter boots is the sleek silhouette. They have the trappings of a classic pair of Chelsea boots, including the elastic gussets on the side. From afar you might never think that these were waterproof rubber boots. We think they’re the perfect shoes to wear when the weather app can’t be trusted to get the forecast right; they're the wear-everywhere rain boots of our (and your) dreams.

Sizes available: 8–12
Notable features: Rubber upper, quick-dry lining, padded insole

Are these the most fashion-forward rain boots you’ll find on the market? Maybe! And it’s gonna cost you, too. But if you’re looking for tall, waterproof rubber boots that are sure to turn heads and add an avant-garde twist to your rainy day outfit, it’s these. 

Sizes available: 6–12
Notable features: Made of rubber, cleated soles, neutral color options

These waterproof Nubuck leather boots may not look like waterproof, rain-ready boots, but they are—and that’s exactly why we love them. There is a Gore-Tex waterproofing membrane on these boots that’ll keep you dry, but there is also a wear-everyday allure to them that means you can wear them wherever you're headed next, even if it’s not wet out.

Sizes available: 5–14.5 (including half sizes)
Notable features: Leather upper, textile lining, rubber soles, removable, cushioned insole with arch support

If the waterproof boots you’re looking for need to be more rugged in nature (say, if you’re heading on a hiking trip through the Costa Rican rainforest), go for