In which stage of a thunderstorm does rain begin to fall, creating a downdraft beside the updraft?

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  1. The developing stage
  2. The dissipating stage
  3. The mature stage

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References

  1. National Weather Service: Thunderstorm Life Cycle www.weather.gov/spotterguide/life Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. National Weather Service: Thunderstorm Life Cycle www.weather.gov/spotterguide/life Checked 2026-10-10.

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