Patagonia Waterproof Down Jackets

Down that isn't afraid of rain. Patagonia waterproof down jackets pair lofty warmth with a weatherproof shell, using recycled, responsibly sourced down to keep you warm and dry through winter.

Patagonia
Men's Jackson Glacier Waterproof Down Jacket

New Navy Seabird Grey
In stock

Regular price €500⁰⁰

Patagonia waterproof down jackets for cold, wet days

Down is the warmest insulation by weight, but it needs protection from rain to keep performing. Patagonia solves that by pairing recycled down with its H2No waterproof shells, so these jackets deliver serious warmth and full weather protection in one layer, ideal for the wet cold that defines much of the Irish winter.

A waterproof shell keeps the down performing

Down loses loft and warmth when it gets wet, so these jackets wrap the insulation in a fully waterproof, seam-sealed H2No shell. That means the warmth keeps working through rain and sleet rather than collapsing the moment conditions turn. It is what separates a waterproof down jacket from a standard down jacket on a wet day.

These jackets combine two layers in one

By building warmth and waterproofing into a single jacket, these styles do the job of a down mid-layer and a shell together. That simplifies what you carry and wear on cold, wet days when you would otherwise need two pieces. For winter commuting, dog walks and standing around outdoors, that all-in-one warmth is hard to beat.

Recycled down sits behind the warmth

Patagonia fills these jackets with traceable, recycled down, keeping the warmth-to-weight high while lightening the materials footprint. The down is chosen to loft well and hold its warmth season after season. It is the same quality insulation as the rest of the down range, paired here with weather protection.

Best suited to steady cold rather than high output

These jackets shine when you are out in cold, wet weather at a steady pace rather than working hard uphill. For high-output mountain days a lighter shell over separate insulation breathes better. Knowing you want warmth for standing, walking and everyday winter use points you to this style.

Frequently asked questions

What makes a down jacket waterproof?

The down is sealed inside a waterproof, breathable H2No shell with fully taped seams, so rain cannot reach the insulation. That keeps the down lofted and warm even in sustained wet weather, unlike a standard down jacket whose shell only resists light showers.

When should I choose waterproof down over a regular down jacket?

Choose waterproof down when you will be out in cold and wet conditions at the same time, such as an Irish winter day. A regular down jacket is lighter and better for dry cold or for layering under a separate shell.

How do I care for a waterproof down jacket?

Use a down-specific cleaner on a gentle cycle, then tumble dry low with a couple of dryer balls to restore loft and make sure it is fully dry. Reproof the outer shell with a suitable treatment when water stops beading on the surface.

How warm are Patagonia waterproof down jackets?

These jackets pair genuinely warm down fill with a waterproof shell, so they hold a lot of heat for their weight in cold, wet conditions where ordinary down would struggle. The down lofts to trap warm air while the outer keeps rain and snow off, which protects that warmth when the weather turns. For very active days you may run warm, so they suit slower, colder outings and standing around in the cold more than high-output efforts.

Can I collect orders in store?

Yes, choose Click & Collect at checkout. Orders are usually ready within 24 hours and you will get an email when ready. Available from our Dublin Carrickmines, Dublin Blanchardstown and Cork City Centre stores.

Do you offer free delivery on orders?

Yes, we offer free standard delivery on all orders over €100.

Where are your stores located?

We have four stores across Ireland: Dublin Carrickmines, Dublin Blanchardstown, Cork City Centre and Arnotts Dublin.