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12 Best Kids' Umbrellas Perfect For A Rainy Day Walk

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Most of us know all too well that the weather often gets in the way of our plans.

But rather than being controlled by it, why not be ready for it? If you always have an umbrella at hand for your little one, the rain and wind will never stop you.

When buying an umbrella for your child, you need to be sure of its practicality for a child, its safety precautions and mechanics and if it has a funky design that your children will love. Kidadl have compiled a list of the top 13 best kids umbrellas based on crazy patterns and adaptations for little hands, so look no further for the one for you!

If you're looking to be super prepared for the rainy weather, why not also see if you love our selection of the best kids' wellies and the best waterproof trousers for kids?

Our Top Choice

Hunter Original Kids' Moustache Bubble Umbrella

The iconic Hunter umbrella for kids has an easy, manual-open design, a curved handle and a very wide top to keep your little one completely protected. The design of this stands alone from other umbrellas, as Hunter have designed a hybrid fibreglass frame along with reinforced plastic. By combining these, this becomes extra flexible to withstand any high winds and heavy rains.

The transparent canopy with the iconic black moustache trim makes this kids umbrella look very sophisticated.

  • Price: £28
  • Large canopy
  • Manual-open design
  • Matte curved handle for grip
  • Hybrid frame
     

Best For Families On A Budget

REX London Red Riding Hood Umbrella ‍

The REX London red riding hood umbrella is one of the many in the children's Spring Loaded Collection, with a classic eight spoke metal framework and curved, coloured handle. Suited to three-year-old children and above, this will suit any spontaneous trips out in the rain for all ages.

On a practical note, the canopy will keep your little one dry from the rain, the handle is perfect for a small hand and the rib tips stop from any injuries. Along with the practical side, the funky designs and colourful handles will make any little one want to carry this everywhere.

  • Price: £8.95
  • Small curved handle
  • 8 metal framework
  • Rib tips for protection
     

Best Dinosaur Umbrella

Sass And Belle Roarsome Dinosaurs Kids Umbrella‍

An Amazon's Choice umbrella, the Sass and Belle design provides an adorable dinosaur print to add to your rainy day. There is no struggle when putting it up or taking it down, so your little one can use it on their own and therefore it is practical for children.

It is also great for withstanding torrential rain or high winds, as product testers have labelled it a sturdy make.

  • Price: £12.11
  • Rib tips for protection
  • Curved handle
  • Dinosaur design

Best Dome Umbrellas

Fulton Children's Funbrella ‍

Fulton have been a very popular umbrella brand since 1956, and their 'Funbrellas' bring a classic dome shaped with a variety of designs.  This clear dome Fulton umbrella has a minimalist design of British guards in a PVC border, an iconic aspect of the Fulton products. The dome shape ensures that heads and shoulders are entirely covered in the rain, and its transparent PVC material means your little one can see where they are going when it covers their eyes.

Suitable for children, the special technology for opening and closing means there is no risk of injury to small hands.

  • Price: £17
  • Guards design
  • Crook handle
  • Manual opening
     

Best Umbrella For Toddlers

Skip Hop Zoobrella Little Kid Owl Umbrella‍

The owl umbrella is one of the various designs from Skip Hop's zoobrella range. Available in a variety of different funky animal characters, these are a classic design and shape to use for protection from the rain.

Some of the coolest umbrellas, these have a clear peek-a-boo window at the front for visibility when covering your little one's head. It even has some 3D features, such as poking up ears, to add to the unique look. Adapted for little children, this has kid-friendly release and secure closing, along with the perfect child-sized plastic handles.

  • Price: £15
  • Peek-a-boo window
  • 3D detailing and character design
  • Kid-friendly release
  • Child-sized plastic handle

Best Umbrellas For Design

FCTRY Hipsterkid Watermelon Umbrella‍

These Hipsterkid umbrellas can really make a trip in the rain much more exciting, with a watermelon, kiwi or lemon design in vibrant, colourful patterns to stand out from the crowd. Suitable for ages three and above, this is well designed for small hands, with a curved matte handle for easy grip, a buttonless release to open safely and a quick button snap to close.  It prides itself on being entirely kid-proof, so why not try it out?

  • Price: £19.99
  • Buttonless opening
  • Button snap closing
  • Kiwi, watermelon or lemon design

Best Umbrella For Fun

Kidorable Green Frog Umbrella ‍

An Amazon's Choice umbrella, the Green Frog is one of many Kidorable funky umbrellas in a variety of designs. From this very green frog to a bumblebee, from a panda to a space rocket, there is something for everyone in these super cool umbrellas.

Designed with children in mind, these are lightweight, with an easy to push button closure and safety tips on the ribs to protect little eyes. The pop-up eyes and frog leg handle add to the unique umbrella, so you can be sure your little one will love it!

  • Price: £17.99
  • Frog design with 3D eyes
  • Frog leg handle
  • Lightweight material
  • Rib tips for protection
  • Easy button closure

Best Colour Changing Umbrella

Jojo Maman Bebe Kids' Unicorn Colour Change Umbrella ‍

Starting off with a white unicorn pattern, as the rain starts, these change to super colourful unicorns instead! These are super cool, specifically designed for children and come at a reasonable price.

The handles are small and specially made for little hands, and the Velcro strap means that this can stay secure and compact when down too.

  • Price: £12
  • Colour changing design
  • Small handle
  • Velcro strap
     

Best Umbrellas For Girls

Pink Disney Princess Umbrella

Swirling across the umbrella canopy are Belle, Cinderella and Rapunzel, who make a wonderful Disney design to this pink PVC umbrella. You are sure to stand out with a bright pink handle and a funky, transparent canopy, so you can look cool whilst keeping protected from the rain.

It is important to note that this is only suitable for a three-year-old or above.

  • Price: £6.50
  • Plastic hook handle
  • Wipe clean design
  • Transparent Disney canopy 
     

Best Umbrellas For Boys

Hatley Dragons Kids Umbrella‍

The dragons on this umbrella are sure to impress any little children looking for a trip out in the rain as the funky, colourful design are sure to capture any little boy when they are browsing. The wooden handle is good for grip, the rib tips stop any injury to little eyes, and the design appeals to children. You can be sure that a Hatley umbrella is a reliable buy and will keep you dry!

  • Price: £15
  • Colourful dragon design
  • Wooden handle
  • Rib tips for protection
     

Best Pop Up Umbrella

Stephen Joseph Pop Up Umbrella ‍

There are a large selection of Stephen Joseph children's umbrellas, however, this shark is the most eye-catching of them all. With a 3D fin and tail, and a big, toothy smile, the rain won't be the only thing scaring people away. Along with this, the curved handle for little hands, the rib tips to protect little eyes and the buttonless mechanics to stop any pinching makes this both practical in the weather and cool to look at.  

  • Price: £18.83
  • 3D design
  • Rib tips for protection
  • Curved handle
  • Easy open and close

Best Personalised Umbrellas

DCARO Personalised Unicorn Kids Umbrella‍

If you are searching or struggling to get a unique gift, why not try a personalised umbrella you are sure they will use? You can personalise this super cool unicorn design with up to 12 characters, which puts a unique spin on this shower resistant product. The lilac handle, pink and white canopy and calligraphy writing make a great combination.

It is important to note this is shower resistant and not waterproof, so would not withstand huge showers.

Kidadl Best Buys selects the top products for families of all ages. If you liked our suggestions for the best kids' umbrella then take a look at our pick of the best giant garden games, or this list of the best kids' binoculars for some more outdoor fun.

  • Price: £19.99
  • Shower resistant
  • Lilac curved handle
  • Personalisation optional: up to 12 characters
     
Grace Lea
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Grace Lea

<p>The oldest of three sisters, she was born in Portsmouth but currently studying at the University of Birmingham. With a 13-year age gap between her and her youngest sister, she enjoys finding activities that will make her the cool big sister. In her free time, she is an avid reader, writer, and has her own show on the university radio.</p>

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