snow squall
Definition
A sudden, brief, and intense storm of wind and snow, often causing whiteout conditions and drastically reduced visibility.
A meteorological phenomenon characterized by heavy snowfall accompanied by strong, gusty winds, typically lasting less than an hour and associated with cold fronts.
An abrupt weather event that poses significant hazards to motorists due to rapid onset and poor road conditions.
Examples
The snow squall turned my morning jog into a full-on Arctic survival challenge—complete with wind that whispered 'stay inside.'
Just as the picnic started, a snow squall crashed the party, proving Mother Nature has zero RSVP manners.
Drivers slid into chaos during the snow squall, turning the highway into a giant ice rink nobody signed up for.
That snow squall hit so fast, my windshield wipers threw in the towel and demanded a coffee break.