The best waterproof running shoes 2024

The best light and watertight shoe that supports any runner and any running goal. The next-gen Cloudrunner Waterproof combines lightweight cushioning with a 100 per cent wind and waterproof membrane. Boasting some of the largest Cloud elements, Helion™ superfoam, a bespoke Speedboard® and a 3D-molded heel, a super-plush tongue and wider outsole, it's all about comfort and stability.

Even on the cheaper side of Nike footwear you can still get yourself some real quality. As far as the sportswear giant goes, the Nike Juniper Trail 2 GORE-TEX are real value for money running shoes. They look wicked, they're fully waterproof and they have universal fit that's a total dream.

There might well be a running shoe that can do it all, and it might just be the Hoka Challenger 7 GTX. The design is so eye-catching, but these running shoes are so much more. They're versatile in every sense of the word, hit the trail, the road, or the gym, no questions asked. It's a tall trainer, yes, but get past that and you're onto a serious winner.

The Brooks Ghost 15 GTX are the next step in premium running trainers. Durable, waterproof and very comfortable in their own right, these Brooks running shoes are serious contenders. The upper might not be as breathable as we'd have hoped, but the firm yet cushioned ride makes this almost irrelevant.

Journey off the beaten path and into wet weather with the Nike Pegasus Trail 3 GORE-TEX. It's made with cushioned comfort, plus tough traction and improved midfoot construction for secure, neutral support. The waterproof upper helps keep you moving on rocky trails even when stormy conditions try to slow you down. Don't let the rain stop you—lace up and take on the elements. A GORE-TEX layer helps keep out water and your feet dry. An additional gaiter at the collar stops extra debris and water from getting inside your shoe.

Salomon XA PRO 3D is more than a running shoe, it's an institution for enthusiasts who want a lightweight and aggressive grip on technical, soft trails. Up the tempo in a shoe that delivers precision over the most challenging landscape. Sensifit gives you optimal foothold without compromising on comfort. Techno fabric meets technical terrain in a weatherproof GORE-TEX shoe that breathes and protects so you can run through all seasons. With the added protection of GORE-TEX and you're ready for anything out on the trail.

The Cloudvista Waterporoof is true to its name in every sense of the word. The most lightweight waterproof running shoe out there right now that looks the part too. They're not clunky or heavy, but they're still fortified against any terrain or weather condition. Work past a tight initial fit and you won't look back.

The UA HOVR Sonic 6 Storm Running Shoes are perfect for hitting the track, featuring HOVR technology that gives a zero gravity feel while maintaining energy return that helps to eliminate impact. Compression Mesh Energy Web contains moulded HOVR foam that gives fantastic energy return. Storm technology repels water without giving up breathability, completed with the Under Armour branding.

The Mountain Warehouse Jupiter Mens Waterproof Trail Shoes were made with fast-paced activity in mind. Durable and breathable, thanks to a synthetic and mesh upper with EVA footbed for support - ideal to hit the trails in. You'll struggle to find a pair of waterproof running shoes as affordable as these, and at such a high quality.

The GEL-CUMULUS 24 GTX shoe is a versatile running trainer for various runners covering varying distances. From the upper to the foam underfoot, this shoe feels softer and more responsive than ever before. GORE-TEX paneling on the upper is the real deal, this shoe keeps rain and snow from entering the shoe’s interior too. The strong build of this shoe does mean the upper might take some breaking in.