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What types of clouds are associated with thunderstorms?
Cumulonimbus clouds are associated with thunderstorms.
Do isolated thunderstorms turn into severe thunderstorms?
Not all isolated thunderstorms develop into severe thunderstorms. Severe thunderstorms are characterized by specific criteria such as strong winds, large hail, and tornadoes, which may or may not be present in isolated thunderstorms. Factors like atmospheric instability, moisture content, and wind shear can contribute to the development of severe weather conditions.
How many thunderstorms are happening right now?
you can work this out reasonably accurately and we used to so this for senior school physics. The earth has a finite defined capacity, and charge. Taking into account the average voltage in a lightning strike, it gives an answer of approximately two thousand thunderstorms occurring at any one time, somewhere in the world. Sounds amazing, but the world is big!
What is the percentage of thunderstorms do tornadoes occur?
On average, only about 1-2% of thunderstorms produce tornadoes. Tornado formation is a complex process that requires specific atmospheric conditions to be met, which are not present in most thunderstorms.
Is there a rating system for thunderstorms?
Yes, there is a rating system for thunderstorms called the Enhanced Fujita Scale (EF-Scale) which rates the intensity of tornadoes spawned by thunderstorms. The scale ranges from EF0 (weakest) to EF5 (strongest). Additionally, the Storm Prediction Center issues severe storm watches and warnings based on the potential for severe thunderstorms to occur.
What is more powerful thunderstorms or hailstorms?
Both can be powerful, depending on how big the hail is! but generally, thunderstorms are more powerful because they can do more damage..lightening can start fires which destroy things completely. Hail can also destroy things, but normally its not big enough to do that..just puts dents in things.
What types of weather would usually follow a cold front?
Thunderstorms would usually follow a cold front because the warm air rises and condenses into clouds. As well as big thunderstorms, in the winter when you have a cold front, you have a giant snowfall.
Does Russia have thunderstorms?
In russia we eat the thunderstorms, that's why they haven't come back for years
What do thunderstorms have to do with Tornadoes?
Tornadoes need thunderstorms to form.
Where can you see thunderstorms?
Thunderstorms can ocour anywhere in britain
Which weather phenomena is associated with tornadoes and hurricanes?
Thunderstorms. Tornadoes are a product of thunderstorms while a hurricane is composed of thunderstorms.
What are thunderstorms and what conditions are needed for one to form?
Thunderstorms are severe weather events characterized by heavy rain, thunder, lightning, and strong winds. They form when warm, moist air rises rapidly in an unstable atmosphere, creating updrafts and cumulonimbus clouds. Additional factors like atmospheric instability, moisture, and a trigger (such as a front or a disturbance) are needed for thunderstorms to develop.
Are thunderstorms and tornadoes related?
Yes, tornadoes are produced by thunderstorms.
What can be brought by thunderstorms?
Thunderstorms can bring tornadoes and heavy precipitation.
Does down burst turn into thunderstorms?
No, thunderstorms produce downbursts.
When was Ordinary Thunderstorms created?
Ordinary Thunderstorms was created in 2009.
What region on earth has thunderstorms every day?
Well, no where on Earth has thunderstorms every day but the most place where they have thunderstorms are in Hawaii.
