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It usually does not. However, if you have two areas of high pressure, then that can create an area of relatively low pressure in between them. Air converges and rises in this area. If at least one of the high pressure systems contains air that is sufficiently warm and moist, this rising air can spark thunderstorms.

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To cause thunderstorms


Does high pressure cause thunderstorms?

It usually does not. However, if you have two areas of high pressure, then that can create an area of relatively low pressure in between them. Air converges and rises in this area. If at least one of the high pressure systems contains air that is sufficiently warm and moist, this rising air can spark thunderstorms.


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