all-weather

American  

[awl-weth-er] / ˈɔlˌwɛð ər /

adjective

1. designed to operate or be usable in any type of weather.

   an all-weather coat; an all-weather shelter.

2. capable of resisting damage from exposure to any climatic conditions; weatherproof.

   an all-weather paint.

3. in or including all types of weather.

   years of all-weather experience in the Arctic.

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all-weather British  

adjective

1. denoting a track, course, or pitch for athletic events or horse racing, made from material which is suitable for use in all weather conditions

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noun

1. Also: allweather.  an all-weather track or pitch

Etymology

Origin of all-weather

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

Mandy was given medical assistance after being transferred to the all-weather lifeboat.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

“Gold’s appeal as an all-weather hedge relative to fixed income should continue to attract material investor demand into 2026, and possibly beyond,” the trade group said Thursday in its quarterly report.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

Canoga Park is set to get a new grass field, new scoreboard and new all-weather track next year.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2025

Do you think the FIA's overly-conservative approach is hampering F1 drivers truly demonstrating their all-weather driving abilities?

From BBC • Jul. 29, 2025

My sisters and I left home wearing six pairs of underdrawers, two half-slips and camisoles; several dresses one on top of the other, with pedal pushers underneath; and outside of everything an all-weather coat.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver