i have the hand pirate in white (not that the color matters). they are moderately warm and moderately waterproof. they're not sponges like most of the warm weather gloves. however, if you're spending your day digging around in slushy snow you won't be dry. they're not the warmest gloves out there, but they're super lightweight and allow for tons of dexterity. overall, a sick all weather glove. good down to probably 15 degrees. any colder than that and i'd use a liner.