Can You Stop on the Highway During Heavy Rain?

[EllaAnn]

You cannot stop on the highway during heavy rain. Below is relevant extended information: 1. Stopping during heavy rain on the highway: It is very dangerous to stop during heavy rain or storms on the highway. 2. Correct approach: Drive slowly in the slow lane, ensuring safety while maintaining a controllable speed without going too slow. Be especially careful not to drive near large buses or trucks (heavy vehicles are prone to skidding in rainy conditions due to poor directional control). In addition to slowing down, you should also turn on the fog lights and low beams to help the driver see the road conditions ahead and make your vehicle visible to others. However, do not turn on the hazard lights.

[LeonardoRose]

After driving for a long time, you'll realize that stopping on the highway during heavy rain is really dangerous. The rain blocks your vision, making it hard to see anything, and the cars behind are moving too fast—getting rear-ended could cause significant damage. I usually slow down, turn on the fog lights and hazard lights, and maintain a safe distance from the car in front. Only in emergencies, like engine failure, do I pull over to the emergency lane, turn on the hazard lights, and stand outside the guardrail to wait for help. Regularly maintaining your tires and wipers is crucial—bald tires can easily skid in the rain. The most important thing for safety is to drive slowly and avoid impulsive stops. Highways are designed to prevent random stops, and understanding this rule ensures a safe journey home.

[DiQuinn]

From a safe driving perspective, stopping during heavy rain on highways is a major taboo. Wet road surfaces and sudden drops in visibility mean stopping could cause following vehicles to react too late, drastically increasing accident risks. I recommend slowing down immediately, turning on your lights, and maintaining a steady speed while avoiding braking if possible. If stopping is absolutely necessary, only pull over onto the emergency lane, activate hazard lights, place a warning triangle 150 meters behind the vehicle, and stand safely away from traffic. Traffic laws strictly prohibit arbitrary stopping—fines are one thing, but causing fatalities leads to lifelong regret. Departing early to avoid severe weather is the most worry-free solution.

[McCooper]

Last time during a heavy rainstorm, I was driving on the highway at night and was so scared that I almost stopped the car to take shelter from the rain. My friend said that wasn't allowed—it's illegal and could result in penalty points—so I turned on the hazard lights and moved slowly. The lesson learned is to follow the taillights of the car ahead when visibility is poor, avoiding speeding or sudden braking. When tire traction is weak, it's even more important not to risk pulling over. After checking, the car had no major issues, but that experience taught me a valuable lesson: slow and steady wins the race in rainy conditions.