Take a good look at whatever tent you decide on. The dome versions of family tents I have seen lately look real nice. Then envision how effective the rain fly will be if there is any wind at all. Inside a tent in the rain is no fun. Inside a tent in the rain with the windows up is even less fun, and if it is cold enough you will produce enough condensation that everything will get wet anyway. For kids consider an extra tarp as well. A big one. Set up kitchen under it. Cooking iand eathing n the rain is no fun. Plus it serves as a game table during extended rain.