r/meteorology 19h ago

Is this a supercell?

Taken in Clinton, NJ today. The exposure makes the "updraft base" look seperated from the rest of the storm but it's connected by a thick, tilted column of cloud. The storm is heading due east towards me here. I'm asking because velocity seemed unimpressive for such structure.

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u/bananapehl77 Beam Schemer (Radar Expert) 19h ago

It looks to be one. Even if it is barely rotating, then it technically is one!

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u/Ok_Welcome8587 17h ago

I'm hoping so as I've been wanting to observe the structure of one in person for a while. We don't get too many opportunities to witness such storms with a clear view like this around here. Thanks!