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Layering Up: Your Autumn Golf Kit for Rain, Wind and Cold
Autumn changes everything about a round of golf: the grass gets soft, the wind picks up, the rain shows up uninvited, and your hands and feet are the first to suffer for it. The fix isn't a whole new wardrobe — it's layering up the right way, from grip to core to the elements you can't control. Here's what actually matters this season, layer by layer, and what we've got in stock to deal with it.
What autumn actually throws at you
| Challenge | What helps | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Wet grips | A dedicated rain glove | Standard leather gloves lose their grip the moment they get wet; rain gloves are built to grip better wet than dry |
| Cold hands | Insulated cold-weather gloves | Below a certain temperature, grip stops being the problem and losing feeling in your fingers is |
| Cold, wet feet | Insulated waterproof winter boots | Regular golf shoes aren't built to keep out cold and standing water on soaked fairways |
| Rain on your body | A proper waterproof jacket (and trousers) | A shower-resistant jacket isn't the same as a fully seam-sealed, waterproof-rated one over a full round |
| Sudden downpours | A real golf umbrella | Large canopy coverage protects you, your bag and your grips while you wait out the worst of it |
Keep your grip: rain and cold-weather gloves
FootJoy RainGrip Pair — €32.50
The best-selling rain glove for a reason: a water-absorbent Sure-Grip Autosuede palm that actually grips better the wetter it gets, plus Quick-Dry material on the back of the fingers so they don't stay soaked between shots. Sold as a pair, so you've always got a dry one waiting in your bag.
Nike Cold Weather Golf Gloves — €35
For the mornings where the issue isn't rain but temperature: double-layer fleece across the back of the hand for warmth and water resistance, with a synthetic suede palm, fingers and thumb for a grip you can still trust in the cold.
Shop the Cold Weather Gloves →
Keep your feet warm and dry
New Balance Merrimack Winter Golf Boots — Grey/Black — €170
Built specifically for cold, wet rounds rather than adapted from a regular golf shoe. A Dynasoft 10mm-drop midsole keeps things light underfoot while the boot construction seals out water and cold far better than a standard waterproof shoe once the temperature really drops.
Shop the Merrimack Winter Boots →
A jacket (and trousers) that actually keep the rain out
FootJoy x Bisque HydroSeries Arcus Jacket — Black — €350
Built around FootJoy's TriLock System — three fabrics doing three different jobs, for a 20,000 mm waterproof rating and 15,000 g breathability without feeling bulky over a swing. Strategic stretch zones and ripstop panels in the high-wear areas mean it holds up round after round, not just for one wet Sunday.
FootJoy x Bisque DryJoys Select LX Jacket — Black — €550
FootJoy's most technical jacket, with a 35,000 mm water barrier and fully bonded, seam-sealed 3-layer construction. An adjustable neck cinch and StaDry Grip Sleeve protect your grip between shots, and SoundCheck tech keeps the fabric quiet through the swing — this is the one to reach for on the worst days of the year.
Looking for the matching trousers? We compared FootJoy's two flagship options in detail in DryJoys Select LX vs HydroSeries Arcus: Which Waterproof Golf Trousers Should You Choose?
Don't forget the extras
Titleist StaDry Single Canopy Umbrella — Black — €55
162.56 cm of coverage with StaDry technology, reinforced struts for durability in wind, and a soft foam handle — big enough to shelter you, your bag and your grips when a shower rolls through.
Motocaddy Umbrella Holder — Black — €35
An easy addition if you're pushing or riding a trolley: holds any standard golf umbrella at whatever angle you need, so it doesn't have to compete for space with your hands.
FAQ
Do I really need separate rain gloves and cold-weather gloves?
If you mostly deal with wet conditions, a rain glove alone covers you. Once temperatures drop close to freezing, grip stops being the main issue and warmth takes over — that's when a fleece-lined cold-weather glove earns its place in the bag.
Are winter golf boots worth it over regular waterproof shoes?
For genuinely cold, wet rounds, yes. Standard waterproof golf shoes keep water out but aren't built for insulation the way a dedicated winter boot is, so your feet stay dry but not necessarily warm.
What waterproof rating should I look for in a jacket?
Anything from 20,000 mm upward will handle sustained rain well. If you regularly play through heavy, prolonged downpours, a higher rating like the Select LX's 35,000 mm gives extra margin.
Browse the full range in our Waterproofs collection, or see our latest footwear in Men's Golf Shoes.
