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because the atmosphere is more stable. during the summer, the earth is heated unevenly (either the north or south hermispheres), with causes convection currents in the atmoshere-which causes our weather-and creates static in the form of lightning. in the winter, this is less likely to happen, therefore lightning in the winter is rare.

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A very rare type of lightning that appears as a reddish-colored sphere is called?

Ball lightning. It is a rare phenomenon where a small, glowing sphere appears during thunderstorms. This type of lightning is not well understood and can vary in size and color.


What does it mean when lightning strikes twice?

When lightning strikes twice in the same place, it means that the area has a higher probability of being struck due to certain factors such as tall buildings or trees. Lightning tends to follow the path of least resistance, so areas that have been struck before are more likely to be struck again.


What if lighting and thunder were caused in a snow storm what do you call that?

If lightning and thunder were to occur during a snowstorm, it would be called "thundersnow." Thundersnow happens when the atmosphere is unstable enough to produce lightning and thunder, similar to a typical thunderstorm but with snow falling instead of rain. Thundersnow is rare but can occur during intense winter weather conditions.


Can lightning strike while there's a rainbow?

Yes, lightning can strike while a rainbow is present. Rainbows occur during or after a rain shower, which can also be associated with thunderstorms that produce lightning. Seeing both a rainbow and lightning at the same time is rare but possible.


What is snow lightning?

Snow lightning is when it is snowing and there is lightning at the same time. It occurs because of the same principles of storm cloud lightning: convergence of distinct temperatures, heavy particles in clouds, and ionized air.

Related Questions

Why is lightning more rare in the winter?

because the air in the sky is cold so it can make lightning.


How many people killed bay lightning per year in Philippines?

Lightning is very rare in the Philippines, so about 10 per year!


Why is there lightning in winter?

It could be possible


What is A very rare type of lightning that appears as a reddish-colored sphere?

"ball lightning"


A very rare type of lightning that appears as a reddish-colored sphere is called?

Ball lightning. It is a rare phenomenon where a small, glowing sphere appears during thunderstorms. This type of lightning is not well understood and can vary in size and color.


Is there thunder in snow storms?

Yes, it is possible to have thunder during snowstorms. This phenomenon is known as thundersnow, which occurs when a snowstorm has strong upward motion of air like a thunderstorm, resulting in lightning and thunder. Thundersnow is relatively rare but can happen during intense winter weather events.


Do blizzards come with lightning?

No, that'd be extremely rare.


Have the Tampa Bay Lightning played in a Winter Classic?

No, they have not.


Why is Romania being hit so harshly with so much snow?

During the winter the principal influence on the bad weather in Romania come from the Northeast (Arctic Ocean region); but a harsh winter is not so rare in Romania.


What does it mean when lightning strikes twice?

When lightning strikes twice in the same place, it means that the area has a higher probability of being struck due to certain factors such as tall buildings or trees. Lightning tends to follow the path of least resistance, so areas that have been struck before are more likely to be struck again.


Can Kansas have a tornado in winter?

Yes. Kansas can have tornadoes in the winter, though it is rare.


How far from heavy rain of a thunderstorm can lightning strike?

Lightning can strike up to 30 miles from a thunderstorm, though such instances are rare.