Best Breathable Rain Jackets for Humid Climates in 2025, Ranked

Staying dry in the tropics or the Southeast isn’t the hard part—staying dry without steaming inside your shell is. The best breathable rain jackets for humid climates pair solid waterproofing with aggressive airflow: long pit zips, smart core vents, and quick-to-adjust front zips. For 2025, we prioritized mechanical ventilation first, then fabric breathability and construction (2.5-layer vs 3-layer) so you can hike hard without the clammy, plastic-bag feel. Our top pick for muggy, high-output trails is Outdoor Research’s Foray/Aspire 3L for its unmatched venting; value seekers should look at REI Co-op’s XeroCloud 3L; durability-minded users will appreciate Patagonia’s Torrentshell 3L.