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Weather Topic: What are Stratus Clouds?
Home - Education - Cloud Types - Stratus Clouds
Next Topic: Nimbostratus Clouds
Stratus clouds are similar to altostratus clouds, but form at a lower altitude and are identified by their
fog-like appearance, lacking the distinguishing features of most clouds.
Stratus clouds are wider than most clouds, and their base has a smooth, uniform look which is lighter in color than a nimbostratus cloud.
The presence of a stratus cloud indicates the possibility of minor precipitation, such as drizzle, but heavier precipitation
does not typically arrive in the form of a stratus cloud.
Next Topic: Nimbostratus Clouds
Weather Topic: What are Stratocumulus Clouds?
Home - Education - Cloud Types - Stratocumulus Clouds
Next Topic: Contrails
Stratocumulus clouds are similar to altocumulus clouds in their fluffy appearance, but have a slightly darker shade
due to their additional mass.
A good way to distinguish the two cloud types is to hold your hand out and measure the size of an individual cloud;
if it is the size of your thumb it is generally an altocumulus cloud, if it is the size of your hand it is generally a stratocumulus cloud.
It is uncommon for stratocumulus clouds to produce precipitation, but if they do it is usually a light rain or snow.
Next Topic: Contrails
