Is it permitted to overtake on road sections where it is raining very heavily?

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The correct answer is No. When rain is heavy, Traffic Regulations advise against or prohibit overtaking due to a lack of safety. There are two main risks justifying this prohibition: loss of pavement grip (risk of 'hydroplaning' and increased braking distance) and, crucially, the drastic reduction in visibility caused by the spray thrown up by vehicles, which prevents clear vision of oncoming traffic.

Is it permitted to overtake on road sections where it is raining very heavily?

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