When you've passed your driving test and start driving alone on the roads it won't take you long to realise how different driving in adverse weather conditions can be! Even a brief shower of rain can make enough of a difference in the way your car interacts with the road for you to have to drive differently. Stopping distances will increase and the handling will be less sensitive, so you'll have to take these factors into consideration.
However, dramatic changes in weather can cause allsorts of problems. For example if you find yourself driving on icy roads you'll need to exercise extreme caution as this can be extremely hazardous! Your risk of skidding will be extremely high and your stopping distance will increase dramatically, so it's vitally important you take care!
However, even everyday weather conditions might present unexpected problems. For example if you're driving on a sunny day and there's suddenly a shower of rain you may find that the light reflected from the wet road surface is incredibly bright! In this situation you'll need to wear a pair of sunglasses in order to see the road ahead properly, and if you don't have sunglasses in the car this can be problematic.
It's always best to ensure that you're prepared to drive in various weather conditions and that you keep the relevant equipment in your car. Keep sunglasses in your glove box in case of strong sunlight and if you're expect to drive in extremely cold conditions then have a blanket and sleeping bag in the car in case you end up stranded.
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