Thunder and lightning are two of nature's most awe-inspiring yet terrifying phenomena. Have you ever wondered how a lightning ...

These booming sounds are caused by lightning, and these two natural phenomena — lightning and thunder — go hand in hand. Even though they co-occur, they reach us at different times, thanks to ...

Thunder is simply the sound created by a bolt of lightning. When lightning occurs, it's about 50,000 degrees Fahrenheit. That heats the surrounding air causing it to violently and rapidly expand.

Lightning can reach temperatures over 50,000°F, but are only about three centimeters wide.