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Gloves for a wet camping day need to do more than keep rain off your hands. You still have to operate zips, hold a torch and adjust equipment. Choose enough warmth for the conditions without losing the dexterity those tasks require.
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Test ordinary campsite tasks
Try opening a rucksack buckle, using a jacket zip and holding a water-container handle while wearing the gloves. Check that the fingers reach comfortably into each finger section and that excess fabric does not make small controls awkward.
Make a fist and extend your fingers. The glove should not pull tightly across the knuckles or restrict normal movement. Follow the maker’s measuring method rather than assuming your usual clothing size applies.
Separate waterproofness from insulation
A waterproof membrane and the amount of insulation are different features. An “all weather” label is not a measured comfort temperature for everyone. Consider whether you will be walking actively, handling wet equipment or sitting still in the evening.
The Sealskinz Anmer combines a waterproof membrane, merino-blend interior and grip pattern. Compare the Anmer glove on Amazon UK as one option, checking the selected version and size.
Check cuffs with the jacket
Wear the gloves with your rain jacket and see how the cuffs overlap in normal hand positions. Water can enter through an open cuff even when the glove fabric is waterproof. Follow the garment instructions and adjust the overlap for the conditions.
Make sure any closure remains usable with the other glove on. A long cuff can add coverage, but it may also bunch beneath a sleeve if the two shapes do not work together.
For rain protection around your head as well as your hands, our camping rain hat guide covers brim shape, hood fit and visibility.
Keep grip claims practical
A printed grip surface can help with handling, but test it on the items you actually use. Touchscreen compatibility also varies with the device, screen protector and glove fit. Do not make your only navigation or communication plan depend on effortless touchscreen operation.
Ordinary waterproof gloves are not heat-protective cooking gloves. Keep them away from burners and hot cookware, and use equipment specifically designed for those jobs.
Plan drying and a spare
Read the care instructions and check how the lining dries. Keep a dry spare suitable for the trip where wet gloves would leave you uncomfortable. Do not dry gloves on a stove, hot engine or concentrated heater.
Store them where you can reach them before your hands become cold and wet. After the trip, dry them fully and inspect the palms, fingertips and cuffs. The best choice is a glove that balances protection and usable movement through the tasks you actually perform at camp.
Continue with our waterproof clothing guide.
Reviewed 10 September 2026. This guide is based on published specifications and guidance.