I think I'de welcome a little rain after the 85-95 degree temps we've had all summer even up to today... Ive been doing underground for going on 2.5 months on a big project we've got going right now... at this point I think I'de trade you weather if that were possible. I definitely prefer the cold to the heat, but then let me qualify that by saying it is California cold and heat I am talking about here.. As for rain, water and live parts, or just live parts in general.. my philosophy is: it's only dangerous to you if you are grounded, or become grounded.. definitely wear the gloves, and in my book, a little shivering always beats a little sweating any day.