
Downpour
Sudden Onset
A downpour usually starts unexpectedly and quickly, leaving little time to seek shelter.

The forecast didn't mention a downpour, but we were drenched in seconds.
Intensity
The term implies more than just rain—it's a large amount of water pouring down rapidly.

The downpour was so intense that the streets quickly flooded.
Brief Duration
Downpours are often short-lived, though they're very heavy. They may not last more than a few minutes.

After a ten-minute downpour, the sun was shining again.
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