Nearby Thunderstorms!

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June 2nd, 2010 | Alan | Current Events

Here is some interesting information about thunderstorms that I thought I would share. Warmer air at the surface and cooler air aloft causes a parcel of air to rise. However, if the air aloft is warmer or the same temperature as the surface a capping inversion develops. This means that a parcel of air will not rise, disallowing a thunderstorm development. As the cap weakens, thunderstorms may develop. Thunderstorms are usually strongest when maximum heating has occurred and capping weakens in the mid to late afternoon hours. Now, I just hope that the nearby thunderstorm heads my way. I love listening to the sound of rain outside and gentle rumbles of thunder.