What is another word for squalls?
Pronunciation: [skwˈɒlz] (IPA) 
Squalls are sudden, powerful gusts of wind that can be accompanied by rain, hail or snow. Synonyms for squalls include gusts, gales, tempests, storms, blows, blasts, bursts, flurries, whirlwinds, hurricanes, cyclones, tornadoes, typhoons, and windstorms. These words describe the forceful, unpredictable nature of the weather and the potential danger that it poses. Each word has its own particular shade of meaning, conveying different degrees of intensity and duration. The word squalls might be used to describe a sudden burst of energy or emotion, but in a weather context it usually refers to a specific type of storm that can wreak havoc on land and sea alike.
