OVERSHOOTING TOP (OR PENETRATING TOP)


Meaning of OVERSHOOTING TOP (OR PENETRATING TOP) in English

A dome-like protrusion above a thunderstorm anvil, representing a very strong updraft and hence a higher potential for severe weather with that storm. A persistent and/or large overshooting top ( anvil dome ) often is present on a supercell . A short-lived overshooting top, or

one that forms and dissipates in cycles, may indicate the presence of a pulse storm or a cyclic storm . See Figs

HP Storm

LP Storm

supercell

A comprehensive English glossary of weather.      Полный английский глоссарий погоды.