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Thunderstorm Formation

Most thunderstorms form by a special cycle. This cycle has three stages: the Cumulus Stage, Mature Thunderstorm Stage, and Dissipating Stage. Click on each image below to learn more about how each cycle works.

Cumulus Stage Mature Stage Dissipating Stage


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