スコール (すこーる, sukooru) Japanese meaning: squall | KotomoraA squall suddenly hit and I got soaked.
Squalls often occur in tropical regions.
Usage patterns
スコールが降るfor a squall to fall/occur
In the afternoon, a squall predictably falls.
スコールに遭うto get caught in a squall
I got caught in a fierce squall during my trip.
スコールが来るfor a squall to come/approach
The sky suddenly darkened, a sign that a squall was coming.
スコールが去るfor a squall to pass/clear
Once the squall passed, the strong sunshine returned.