Heavy rain owns the foreground
The rain layer begins at 58%, creating a dense and continuous weather bed. Thunder is deliberately held at 24% so its rumbles register behind the downpour, while mellow wind gives the storm lateral movement without adding another sharp event. The balance is dramatic but not cinematic by default. For a steadier work-friendly storm, compare Thunder and Rain for Studying, where ordinary rain and a simpler two-layer structure are easier to tune.
Judge the thunder before extending the timer
Listen through several rumbles while fully awake, especially if you plan to use the mix at night. If any event feels startling, lower or disable thunder rather than increasing rain to bury it. Wind should be sensed as shape around the rain, not as a separate gust competing for attention. The sleep soundscape guide has more guidance on testing variable layers. Always keep playback low enough to hear alarms and other important signals in your environment.
Explore the sounds in this mix
Listen to each layer on its own: Heavy Rain, Thunder and Mellow Wind. Or start from scratch in the free online sound mixer.
Frequently asked questions
How strong is the thunder?
It begins at 24%, substantially below the 58% heavy-rain layer, but you can lower it further.
Can Midnight Storm play without wind?
Yes. Disable mellow wind for a direct heavy-rain and thunder pairing.
Is this the same as the studying storm preset?
No. Midnight Storm uses heavier rain plus wind and is designed as a richer weather scene.