Does Thunderstorm Mean Rain?

What is a thunderstorm? A thunderstorm is a rain shower during which you hear thunder. Since thunder comes from lightning, all thunderstorms have lightning.

Can there be a thunderstorm without rain?

Dry thunderstorms most often occur in the interior western states. They are accompanied by no rainfall, but still present a danger.

Does thunderstorm mean heavy rain?

Thunderstorms typically produce heavy rain for a brief period, anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour.