How to Install a Rain Cover on Your Infant Car Seat

By Car Seats, Strollers, & Baby Essentials | Evenflo® Official Site | Published: 2026-10-19

Category: How-to Guides

Follow these simple steps to securely install a rain cover on your infant car seat and keep your baby dry and comfortable in wet weather.

Quick Answer

To install a rain cover on your infant car seat, stretch the elastic edge over the top of the seat, secure the Velcro flap around the handle, and zip the front window closed. Ensure ventilation mesh is unobstructed.

Why a Rain Cover Matters

A rain cover shields your baby from wind, rain, and snow while you're moving the car seat between car and building. It also helps retain warmth without adding bulky layers that could interfere with harness fit.

The Evenflo Infant Car Seat Weather Shield Rain Cover Support fits all Evenflo infant seats and includes mesh side holes for airflow and a clear front window so you can see your child at all times.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Don't install the cover over a thick winter coat or blanket—this can compress the padding and reduce harness effectiveness. Always dress your baby in thin layers and use the cover only as an outer weather barrier.

Make sure the zippered front opening is accessible. If you need to check on your baby or adjust the pacifier, you should be able to unzip without removing the entire cover.

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Step 1: Position the Cover Over the Seat: Hold the rain cover with the clear window facing the front of the car seat. Stretch the elastic hem over the top of the seat shell, starting at the back and pulling forward. Make sure the cover is centered and not twisted. Check that the elastic is fully seated around the seat rim—gaps let in rain.
Step 2: Secure the Top Flap Around the Handle: Pull the Velcro closure top flap over the infant seat handle and press firmly to secure. This keeps the cover from slipping down and allows you to carry the seat by the handle without obstruction. If the flap isn't snug, the cover may slide when you lift the seat.
Step 3: Zip the Front Window Closed: Close the zippered opening on the clear front window. Leave it zipped during outdoor use to block wind and rain. Unzip only when you need to adjust your baby or offer a pacifier. Always re-zip after reaching in—an open zipper lets in drafts and moisture.
Step 4: Verify Ventilation Openings: Locate the mesh side holes on both sides of the cover. Ensure they are not blocked by the car seat handle, a blanket, or the seat shell. Proper airflow prevents your baby from overheating. If the mesh is covered, reposition the cover or remove any extra fabric underneath.

Product Feature Spotlight

Infant Car Seat Weather Shield Rain Cover Support: Universal size fits all Evenflo infant car seats, with mesh side holes for ventilation and a clear front window with zippered opening. You can see and reach your baby without removing the cover, and the mesh prevents overheating while keeping rain out.
Infant Car Seat Weather Shield Rain Cover Support