also: あめもよう
signs of rain; threatening weather
Describes the look of the sky or weather when it seems about to rain. Often used in weather forecasts or casual conversation.
It's been looking like rain since morning, so you'd better take an umbrella.
According to the weather forecast, it will be threatening rain tomorrow.
Standard kanji spelling. The reading あまもよう is the most common.
Alternate reading; less common but still used.
Compound of 雨 (rain) and 模様 (pattern, appearance). The reading あまもよう is a common rendaku form.