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If the weather conditions are right, thunderstorms can happen anywhere, anytime. The weather conditions required for a thunderstorm are warm, moist air colliding with cooler air. Therefore, thunderstorms are more likely to occur in mid-latitude climates, and during the spring and summer.

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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.


What atmospheric layer of earth do thunderstorms occur?

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How many thunderstorms occur every day?

On average, there are about 2,000 thunderstorms that occur worldwide every day. These thunderstorms are mostly concentrated in tropical regions where warm, moist air creates the ideal conditions for their formation. Thunderstorms play a crucial role in balancing the Earth's heat and moisture.


Do thunderstorms most likely occur in the east coast?

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How often do thunderstorms occur?

Thunderstorm frequency varies according to the location. Hot and humid climates experience thunderstorm activity at a far higher rate than deserts or cold climates. The map at the related link below shows where thunderstorms occur worldwide and their frequency.