Hector (cloud)

Hector is a cluster of thunderstorms that forms every afternoon on the Tiwi Islands in Australia from September to March every year. The storms may reach up to . Hector is caused by sea breezes that collide against each other across the island, making many thunderstorms.

History
Hector was known for forming in the same area, which made it useful for pilots in World War II for navigation. 

References

Category:Meteorology
Category:Weather events