Cloud Types

This page features various cloud formations and an explaination as to the type of weather the clouds bring. To use this index:

1) Take an observation of cloud formations in the sky.

2) Match the type of cloud and height of formation with the pictures below.

3) Click on type of cloud for a further description of possible approaching weather.

High Clouds - 20,000 feet and up

Cirrostratus "halo" Clouds

Cirrocumulus Clouds

Middle Clouds -Between 6,500 and 20,000 feet

Altostratus Clouds

Altocumulus Clouds

Cumulonibus (Mamma) Clouds

Low Clouds - Between the ground and 6,500 feet

Stratocumulus Clouds

Stratus Fratus Clouds

Vertical-Development Clouds - Can be any height

Cumulonimbus Clouds

Growing Congest Cumulus Clouds

Additional information clouds can be attained here.

Cloud information referenced from: The Cloud Chart. Cloud Charts,Inc. C.C. Marketing, Virgina. 1958. and 1997 Minnesota Weatherguide Calender. Navarre, MN.

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