Thundersnow is rare to see and hear, so if you ever witnessed thundersnow, consider yourself lucky.

Certain regions in the United States are more prone to thundersnow, such as the Great Lakes Region, Mid-Atlantic States and New England. This is because these areas experience harsh winter storms that can produce strong updrafts, resulting in thundersnow.

Thundersnow often occurs in intense lake-effect snow bands, along with intensifying nor’easters off the New England coastline.

Watch the video above to find out why thundersnow is so rare!