What do these clouds portend?

May 8, 2025 at 2:25pm

Took these photos a couple of hours ago.  Do they forecast a weather story?

Here's what I found out about them:

These clouds are altocumulus clouds, characterized by their fluffy, patchy appearance and often aligned in a pattern like ripples or rows across the sky. They usually form at mid-level altitudes (about 6,500 to 20,000 feet).

What they may indicate:

  • Fair weather in the short term.

  • However, if they appear in the morning and begin to thicken or increase, they can precede a cold front or a developing storm, especially if followed by lower clouds later in the day.

  • Their presence in warm, humid conditions can sometimes signal the approach of thunderstorms, particularly in the summer.

Looks like there's some rain coming our way - not sure if you'll get much down by you.


I was hoping for a more metaphysical explanation. 


Morganna said:

I was hoping for a more metaphysical explanation. 

woe


The angels are doing laundry?? 😉

Morganna said:

I was hoping for a more metaphysical explanation. 


dave said:

mackerel for dinner

Or, for Elmer Fudd, mackerel woe.


DaveSchmidt said:

dave said:

mackerel for dinner

Or, for Elmer Fudd, mackerel woe.



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