Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: downpours

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Usage examples:

After yesterday's round of downpours, SE Wyoming looks particularly waterlogged today.

Source: https://kgab.com/storms-flooding-threaten-cheyenne-laramie-wheatland-today/

And also the greatest risk for localized downpours and embedded thunderstorms.

Source: https://nj1015.com/thursday-nj-weather-pockets-of-rain-some-rumbles-of-thunder/

And it’s not just sprinkle and a gust here; we’re talking veld fires and heavy downpours here which may lead to across low-lying areas.

Source: https://www.citizen.co.za/news/flood-extreme-weather-september-2023/

A second tempest buffets the North-West tomorrow (Sunday, December 10) with 60mph gusts expected as downpours affect most other parts.

Source: https://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/latest-news/brits-battered-three-atlantic-blasts-31635580

As of the morning of Sept. 29, downpours hit the region on the Anatolian side, paralyzing daily life and causing serious damage.

Source: https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/flash-floods-ravage-istanbul-186662

A swathe of the Golden State was under flood warnings, as it struggled to cope with yet more rain on top of near-record downpours in recent weeks – with even more forecast over the coming days.

Source: https://www.citizen.co.za/entertainment/celebrity-news/prince-harry-meghan-markle-california-hometown-ordered-to-evacuate/

But thundery downpours will move in from the west on Wednesday, according to Sky News.

Source: https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/why-so-hot-september-summer-late-this-year-weather-omega_uk_64f881fee4b0c9c32dedd31d

Charles and Camilla in lavish robes and wearing their crowns returned with a wave to the cheers of the crowds, who filled The Mall after braving downpours to see a colourful ceremonial military procession not seen for 70 years.

Source: https://www.standard.co.uk/news/london/king-charles-coronation-today-watch-live-updates-procession-service-royals-b1079275.html

During the summer in the UK, we are sometimes treated to an hour or two of sun each month among the constant downpours and thunderstorms.

Source: https://www.cravenherald.co.uk/news/national/uk-today/23729634.dog-owners-sent-urgent-warning-wheat-barley-fields/?ref=rss

Elsewhere parts of England, Ireland and Scotland have been thrashed by high winds and torrential downpours with more rain still to come.

Source: https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/news/leicester-news/live-flood-updates-storm-babet-8844353

Even though Hurricane Hilary will not be a wind powerhouse for the United States, torrential downpours and the possibility of record rainfall will pose a significant risk to life and property.

Source: https://www.chiangraitimes.com/news/california-nevada-and-arizona-brace-for-105mph-winds-from-hurricane-hilary/

Extreme downpours, high winds and flash floods have caused at least 12 fatalities in the past ten days and created power outages for hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses across the state.

Source: https://biztoc.com/x/38832c4d051ebd3c?ref=ff

Friday brings a similar pattern, but with more instability, this will lead to another risk for flooding downpours.

Source: https://abc11.com/weather-forecast-nc-raleigh/44993/

“Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads,” Environment Canada said in its warning for Metro Vancouver.

Source: https://www.aldergrovestar.com/news/rain-brings-high-streamflow-advisory-flood-warnings-to-langley/

Heavy downpours, gusty winds and possible hail could cause flooding and travel disruption.

Source: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-65939102?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

He recalled that the agriculture sector in Sindh suffered colossal financial losses to the tune of Rs1,400 billion due to torrential seasonal downpours as well as spillovers and breaches in the saline drains which were triggered by rains.

Source: https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2023/05/14/lack-of-measures-to-rehabilitate-saline-drains-to-trigger-spillovers-during-monsoon-rains-sca/

Intense downpours can lead to flooding if the soil is unable to absorb the water as quickly as it comes down or if drainage in the area is not built to handle intense rainfall.

Source: https://www.denver7.com/high-flood-risks-are-triggering-more-migration-in-the-us

In the NE Championship, the two matches involving north-east sides were called off due to early afternoon downpours, including the derby game at Countesswells where Gordonians were scheduled to meet Huntly.

Source: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/other/5907421/cricket-stoneywood-dyce-push-heriots-all-the-way/