Describe stratus clouds
Stratus clouds are smooth,
gray clouds that cover the
whole sky. They block out the
sun light,
What type of weather is
usually associated with stratus
clouds?
Light rain and drizzle are
usually associated with stratus
clouds.
Describe cirrus clouds.
Cirrus clouds are feathery
clouds.
What type of weather are
cirrus clouds usually
associated with?
Cirrus clouds are usually
associated with fair weather.
What do cirrus clouds often
indicate in the weather?
Cirrus often indicate that rain
or snow will fall within several
hours.
What creates thunderstorms,
hurricanes, and tornadoes?
Thunderstorms, hurricanes,
and tornadoes are created by
extreme atmospheric
conditions.