Monsoon weather is characterized by heavy rains and strong winds. The term 'MONSOON' comes from the Arabic word 'mausim, ' which means season. In many parts of the world, MONSOON weather is associated with the rainy season, when the wind shifts direction and brings moisture-laden air from the ocean. The two crossword solutions for the term 'MONSOON weather' are 'rains' (5 letters) and 'RAIN' (4 letters). Both words refer to the heavy precipitation that is typical of MONSOON weather.