Can You Practice Subject 2 in Heavy Rain?

[CamillaAnn]

You can practice Subject 2 in heavy rain. Here are some solutions for taking the Subject 2 test on a rainy day: 1. Adjust your mindset, stay calm, and don’t let the weather affect you; 2. Control your speed while driving in the rain, going slightly slower than during normal training. During rainy-day Subject 2 road tests, the examiner will also be concerned about driving safety, so prioritize safety over passing the test; 3. Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead during the test in the rain, and avoid slamming on the brakes—instead, use gentle or intermittent braking; 4. Turn on the windshield wipers during the test in the rain. The wiper switch is located on the lower right side of the steering wheel, opposite the left turn signal switch, and adjust the wiper speed according to the intensity of the rain.

[DelElizabeth]

I remember encountering heavy rain during my Subject 2 driving practice before, which felt quite risky. The rain covered the car windows, severely blurring visibility, and the rearview mirrors were full of water droplets. It was hard to aim accurately when reversing into the parking space, and the slippery ground made braking prone to skidding. The instructor always nagged about driving slower in the rain, turning on the wipers, and reminded students to bring raincoats as backup. In actual practice, light rain was manageable, but heavy rain was genuinely unsafe, especially for beginners, increasing the risk of accidents. So, I suggest checking the driving school's arrangements: if the rain is too heavy, they should cancel or reschedule the training. Normally, we should avoid practicing during heavy rain, but practicing in light rain can help improve adaptability skills.

[Skylar]

As someone who has taught many students, my experience is that practicing for the Subject 2 test on rainy days requires extra caution. Heavy rain severely reduces visibility, making it hard to see the curb during parallel parking, and wheels are prone to slipping during hill starts. I advise students to practice only in light rain, ensuring lights and wiper speeds are adjusted beforehand, and frequently wiping mirrors with a dry cloth. Rain on test day increases difficulty, but simulating bad weather during practice can enhance overall control skills. However, heavy rain should be avoided—sliding cars and collisions with poles are common, so safety must always come first. Driving schools usually have rainy day plans, such as postponing sessions or switching to indoor theory lessons, and we should follow their lead.

[Alves]

Practicing Subject 2 in the rain yields poor results. Rainwater obscures the windows, making it difficult to position the car for reverse parking. Wet roads increase braking distance, and controlling the direction becomes challenging. I've practiced a few times in the rain before and always ended up flustered. Driving schools generally don't recommend training during storms, and the test center might also call off sessions. If practicing in such conditions only undermines confidence, it's better to wait for clear weather to reinforce skills. Reviewing theoretical videos at home during rainy days saves time and effort.

[JaceLee]

From a safety perspective, practicing Subject 2 in heavy rain is extremely dangerous. Visibility drops below 3-5 meters, rearview mirrors drip with continuous water streams, blind spots multiply during reversing, and wet roads increase the risk of losing control. I once experienced a terrifying skid that left me sweating with fear. It's advisable to check weather forecasts promptly and avoid scheduling during torrential rain—inform the driving school to reschedule. If practice is unavoidable, opt for light drizzle only, prepare defogging cloths and waterproof shoes, but prioritize personal safety above all.