What is snow storm called?
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Snowstorms are storms where large amounts of snow fall. Snowfalls in excess of 6 inches (15 cm) are usually universally disruptive. A massive snowstorm with strong winds and other conditions meeting certain criteria is known as a blizzard.
Also asked, what is another word for snow storm?
Synonyms for snowstorm
- blast.
- blizzard.
- cyclone.
- disturbance.
- downpour.
- gale.
- gust.
- hurricane.
Similarly one may ask, how is a snow storm formed?
Winter storms usually form when an air mass of cold, dry, Canadian air moves south and interacts with a warm, moist air mass moving north from the Gulf of Mexico. The point where these two air masses meet is called a front. If cold air advances and pushes away the warm air, it forms a cold front.
Winter Storm. Winter storms are characterized by snowfall, rain, sleet, and ice etc where temperatures are below freezing point. The difference between a blizzard and winter storms lies in the presence and strength of winds. Blizzards are massive snow storms with strong winds.