The United States Olympic Committee and Nike have unveiled the medal ceremony uniforms American athletes will wear at the 2018 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Pyeongchang ©Nike

The United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and Nike have unveiled the medal ceremony uniforms American athletes will wear at the 2018 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Pyeongchang. 

The five-piece outfit was first shown during a segment on NBC’s TODAY Show.

At Pyeongchang 2018, all medal ceremonies will be held in open-air arenas where temperatures are expected to be below freezing, aside from ice hockey.

It is claimed Nike's 2018 Team USA Medal Stand Collection has been designed to help athletes comfortably withstand the elements as they celebrate their crowning moments.

"Nike has once again designed unparalleled medal-stand uniforms for the 2018 US Olympic and Paralympic teams," Lisa Baird, the USOC's chief marketing officer, said.

"The American spirit and style are seamlessly united to complement the fortitude of America's finest athletes."

Nike's Summit Jacket - which features the zip-in, zip-out system - includes the Team USA Hypershield Summit Jacket, a lightweight GORE-TEX waterproof shell that blocks wind and rain.

There is also the Team USA Insulated Summit Jacket, a removable bomber jacket.

Engineered knit hand warmers attached to the outer jacket's sleeve offer extra warmth, while an American flag adorns the inner phone pocket and the adjustable bottom toggle of the shell.

The Team USA trousers are made with a durable water repellent coat that provides protection from rain and snow.

The 2018 women's Team USA Medal Stand Collection ©Nike
The 2018 women's Team USA Medal Stand Collection ©Nike

A waist cinch and ankle zip that, when open, reads USA are said to make it easy for athletes to find their "just-right fit and taper".

Back pockets have snaps to secure small items.

Built to battle the cold, the New South Wales Gaiter Boots have a lace-free closure system that, it is claimed, allows athletes to quickly "dial their fit".

The men's boot features a FlyEase-inspired entry system, while the women's boot is taller and has added heat reflective material for more warmth.

The medal stand gloves features Nike's AeroShield technology, combining a waterproof layer with ventilation zones to keep athletes dry and comfortable.

Insulation throughout the fingers increases warmth, while the thumbs and forefingers are touch-screen compatible.

A concealed zipper on the back of the hand is said to make it easy to get the gloves on and off.

The Team USA Medal Stand Collection will be available from January 15 in selected Nike retail stores and on Nike.com.

The Team USA Shop will also carry items.