Clouds and Weather

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any type of liquid that falls from clouds to the Earth, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What are stratus clouds?

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Stratus clouds are flat sheets of gray clouds that cover the lower sky. They often bring rain and can appear puffy at times. Fog is a type of stratus cloud.

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What do cirrus clouds resemble?

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Cirrus clouds resemble feathers in the sky. They are thin and wispy clouds found high in the atmosphere.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where a gas (like water vapor) changes into liquid water droplets, often seen in clouds or on a cold surface.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process of water changing from liquid to gas and back to liquid again, involving evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What are cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds that often look like cotton balls. They usually indicate fair weather.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor (gas) due to heat.

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What is a cumulonimbus cloud?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are tall, towering clouds associated with thunderstorms and severe weather. They can produce heavy rain, lightning, and tornadoes.

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What is fog?

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Fog is a type of stratus cloud that forms close to the ground, reducing visibility.

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What is a stationary front?

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A stationary front is a weather front that does not move, often bringing prolonged periods of clouds and precipitation.