GenRainpy a Rain Simulator with Python

🌧️ A simple yet immersive rain and thunderstorm simulator built with Python and pygame. The project features dynamic lightning effects, realistic thunder sounds, and procedurally generated rain noise for an atmospheric experience.

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✨ Features

• Lightning Effects: Flashes of light simulating real lightning strikes.
• Thunder Sounds: Plays random thunder sounds with adjustable volume.
• Rain Noise: Procedurally generated background rain sounds with smooth transitions.
• Interactive Controls:
  • Adjust volume for thunder, rain, and raindrop effects.
  • Change storm intensity levels (Low, Medium, High).
  • Toggle fullscreen mode.

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🛠️ Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/azuletto/rain_generator
   cd thunderstorm_main

2. Install the required dependencies:

   pip install pygame numpy sounddevice scipy

3. Run the application:

   python thunderstorm_simulator.py

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🎮 Usage

• Change Intensity: Use the on-screen menu to switch between Low, Medium, and High intensity levels.
• Toggle Fullscreen: Press F to enter or exit fullscreen mode.
• Adjust Volume: Use the interactive modal to fine-tune sound levels.

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⚙️ How It Works

• Visuals:
  • pygame is used to create dynamic flashes representing lightning.
• Audio:
  • Rain sounds are generated procedurally using numpy and scipy.
  • Thunder sounds are loaded and played randomly.
• Interactive Menu:
  • Adjustable sound sliders and storm intensity controls implemented with pygame events.

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🤝 Contributing

Feel free to submit issues or fork the repository to improve this project. Contributions are always welcome!

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📄 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for more details.