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Start a Thunder Storm

Trigger a thunderstorm with lightning

⚠︎ Awaiting in-game verification for Java 26.2

Starts a thunderstorm lasting 600 ticks (30 seconds). Lightning strikes and heavy rain occur.

/weather thunder 600
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How to use

  1. Open chat (T on Java, / on Bedrock).
  2. Paste the command.
  3. Press Enter — thunder and lightning appear immediately.

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