noun
welcome rain; blessed rain; rain after a long dry period
A set phrase for rain that comes as a relief, especially after a drought or dry spell. Often carries a nuance of gratitude or divine blessing.
日照り続きだったので、恵みの雨が本当にありがたい。
Since the drought continued, the welcome rain is truly appreciated.
農家にとっては恵みの雨となった。
For the farmers, it turned out to be a blessed rain.