cloud types

Cumulus clouds are known as 'fair weather clouds' and look like floating cotton.

Altostratus is the name of the mid-level cloud that covers the sky.

Cirrus clouds are thin and wispy, often found at high altitudes.

Clouds form when water vapor in the atmosphere cools and condenses to become tiny liquid water droplets.

Cumulonimbus clouds are thick and can produce thunderstorms.

Stratus clouds are low, gray clouds that often cover the entire sky and can bring light rain.

Cumulus clouds are fluffy and white, while cumulonimbus clouds are tall, dark, and can produce severe weather.

Cumulus clouds are often associated with fair weather.

Cirrostratus clouds are thin, ice-crystal clouds that cover the sky and can create halos around the sun or moon.

Stratus clouds are typically found at low altitudes and can bring continuous rain.