Tuesday, June 02, 2009

Cirrus, Cumulus, Asperatus?

Whether on their own or back lit by the sun or moon, clouds can be beautiful as well as informative. Looking at strato-cirrus mares' tails one can determine the likelihood of precipitation 36 hours hence. And who hasn't heard: "Red sky in morning, sailor take warning. Red sky at night, sailor's delight"?

Now a new cloud type has been proposed: Asperatus


And they are a wild and turbulent--and beautiful--bunch based upon the photos at the link.

(h/t Ann Althouse posting at Instapundit this week)

1 comment:

  1. Looks like tornado clouds to me. See them and head for the basement or at least grab the camera and start shooting.

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