Rain, car wash = moisture across electrical connections, especially when it clears up after a couple of days. It could be at the module that is plugged in to the car wiring harness, if in an where water could be present.
The first place that I would check would be the receptacle on the front of the car to make sure that it is dry and clean. If the cover seal is not good, the receptacle could be filling with water, consequently shorting across the terminals.
Use electrical contact grease on all connections, umbilical cord to car and even on the module (if you have one) to help eliminate moisture issues.
Ken