Downpour

usgb/ˈdaʊnpɔːr/
noun

A heavy fall of rain that often starts suddenly.

We got caught in a downpour and ended up soaking wet.
Visual representation of "downpour" - A heavy fall of rain that often starts suddenly

Often appears as...

  • caught in a downpour
  • sudden downpour
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Sudden Onset

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

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The forecast didn't mention a downpour, but we were drenched in seconds.
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Intensity

The term implies more than just rain—it's a large amount of water pouring down rapidly.

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The downpour was so intense that the streets quickly flooded.
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Brief Duration

Downpours are often short-lived, though they're very heavy. They may not last more than a few minutes.

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