When there is snow or ice on the road, drivers are cautious, but the rain is such a common occurrence that drivers are sometimes too trusting. It is a mistake that could be costly or even fatal. According to the Federal Highway Administration
"Most of weather-related accidents occur on wet pavement and during rain each year 75 percent of weather-related vehicle accidents. occur on wet roads and 47 percent occur during rainfall. Nearly 5,700 people are killed and more than 544.700 people are injured in accidents on wet roads annually. Each year, more than 3,400 people were killed and more than 357 300 people are injured in accidents during rainfall ".
Edmunds provides a good update on the best practices and technical advice for driving in the rain. But if you need to know and avoid is hydroplaning or aquaplaning. According SafeMotorist.com:
The hydroplaning term is commonly used to refer skidding or sliding of a car tire on a wet surface. The hydroplaning occurs when a tire encounter more water than it can dissipate. The water pressure at the front of the wheel pushes the water under the tire and the tire is then separated from the road surface by a thin film of water and loses grip. The result is a loss of steering, braking and power control.
The rubber tires have tread (grooves) that are designed to channel water from under the tire. This creates more friction with the road surface and can help prevent or minimize the case of aquaplaning
More about hydroplaning Basics :. Why it happens and how you can avoid
This defensive driving video provides a good overview of hydroplaning, how to avoid and what to do if it happens.
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