Step into the shifting calm of an afternoon thunderstorm near a Hungarian village—a real-world ambience recording that captures the dramatic balance between distant thunder, passing rain, and the restless push of wind through the landscape. This episode is designed for listeners who love natural soundscapes with character: not overly polished, not artificially “perfect,” but authentic and alive, the way weather truly sounds when you’re out in it. Recorded on a SONY stereo ICD-UX512 dictaphone, this session delivers a wide, immersive stereo image that places you right in the middle of the storm’s slow build and rolling presence. You’ll hear the atmosphere change as the clouds deepen, thunder blooms across the sky, and the storm drifts in waves—sometimes close, sometimes far—creating a dynamic backdrop that feels spacious and real. If you enjoy the sense of “being there,” with the environment moving around you, this recording offers that natural depth. Because this storm arrived on a very windy afternoon, some wind rumbles remain in the recording. I did my best to shield the microphone, but the gusts still make themselves known at times—adding a raw edge that many listeners actually find grounding. It’s the sound of weather pushing through open air, the kind of low-frequency movement that reminds you this isn’t a studio simulation. Think of it as part of the scene: wind sweeping through, thunder answering back, and the storm living its own life. This episode works beautifully as background ambience for sleep, relaxation, meditation, reading, studying, and focus, especially if you like storm sounds that feel natural rather than looped. The steady unpredictability of thunder—never quite the same twice—can help mask distractions and create a comforting blanket of sound. Some listeners also use storm recordings as a calming companion during stressful days, or simply as a way to bring the outdoors inside. A notable moment occurs at 33:02, when lightning strikes a nearby tree. It’s a vivid reminder of how close the storm truly was—a sudden, intense accent within an otherwise flowing soundscape. If you prefer gentler ambience, you may want to keep volume at a comfortable level and be aware of that timestamp. If you love the thrill of real weather, it’s an unforgettable detail that anchors this recording in reality. Usage / License: You are free to use this sound as you wish—for personal listening, creative projects, background ambience, videos, or anything else you have in mind. No complicated restrictions, just a storm captured in stereo and shared openly. Put on headphones for the full spatial feel, or let it play quietly in the background and allow the afternoon thunderstorm to reshape your space—cooler, calmer, and charged with nature’s energy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/relaxing-free-sounds--6834389/support.