The wind speed for a thunderstorm varies by the intensity of the storm. Winds in excess of 58 mph will classify the thunderstorm as a severe one.
Wind is the movement of air. A thunderstorm is a rain shower that produces thunder and lightning.
Many thunderstorms produce very little wind, and wind speeds in most thunderstorms do not exceed 40 mild per hour. In rare cases, though, thunderstorms may produce winds to well over 100 milers per hour.
Understanding the movement of weather fronts and wind direction are key factors in determining where a thunderstorm is coming from and where it may go. By tracking the path and speed of these systems, meteorologists can make predictions about the storm's movement and potential impact.
It varies greatly. Some thunderstorms produce very little wind, while in rage cases, a thunderstorm can produce wind gusts to well over 100 mph.
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Of these, a tornado produces the fastest winds.
No. Some thunderstorms produce relatively little wind.
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A tornado is a vortex of wind. Tornadoes develop from interactions of air currents (wind) within a thunderstorm.
Yes. Tornadoes occur during thunderstorms. Rain plays a significant role in the thermodynamic processes of a thunderstorm can help determine whether or not a storm will produce a tornado. A thunderstorm cannot develop the potential for tornadoes if there is not enough vertical wind shear, or difference in wind speed and direction with altitude. A tornado is itself a vortex of very powerful winds.
The enhanced Fujita scale shows winds for an EF0 (the weakest level) beginning at 65 mph, while the original scale starts F0 at 40 mph. However it is important to note that winds traveling at over 65 mph do not make a tornado. A tornado is defined as a violently rotating column of air extending from he base of a thunderstorm to the ground. Meaning that if the wind doesn't rotate and does not come from a thunderstorm then it is not a tornado, regardless of wind speed.
An active thunderstorm refers to a thunderstorm that is currently producing lightning, thunder, and precipitation. These storms can also have strong winds, hail, and potentially tornadoes. It's important to stay indoors and take necessary precautions during an active thunderstorm to stay safe.