Imagine a peaceful snowstorm, the gentle hush broken only by the soft whisper of snowflakes.
Now, picture a sudden crack of thunder echoing through the falling snow. This isn't a scene from a fantasy novel; it's the reality of thundersnow, a rare and potentially dangerous winter phenomenon.
A Twist on Winter Weather
Thundersnow shares many characteristics with a regular snowstorm, involving the formation of towering cumulonimbus clouds and the subsequent precipitation of ice crystals that transform into snowflakes as they descend.
However, unlike its quiet cousin, thundersnow packs an unexpected punch – lightning and thunder.