Stratocumulus volutus | |
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Abbreviation | Sc vol |
Genus | Stratocumulus |
Species | Volutus |
Altitude | <2,000 m (<6,600 ft) |
Classification | Family C (Low-level) |
Appearance | Long tube-shaped cloud, usually singular |
Precipitation | Yes |
Stratocumulus volutus is a rare species of stratocumulus cloud, typically forming alone. [1] Volutus is translated from Latin, meaning revolve, being described as a roll cloud. [2] [3] Stratocumulus volutus clouds are low-level clouds, forming below 2,000 meters (6,600 feet). Volutus clouds are much more common in the form of stratocumulus, as opposed to altocumulus volutus. [4] Stratocumulus volutus clouds are not severe, and may only bring several minutes of rain. [5] Alternatively, stratocumulus volutus clouds may form with numerous layers, contradicting the usual rounded form. [6]
Stratocumulus volutus | |
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Abbreviation | Sc vol |
Genus | Stratocumulus |
Species | Volutus |
Altitude | <2,000 m (<6,600 ft) |
Classification | Family C (Low-level) |
Appearance | Long tube-shaped cloud, usually singular |
Precipitation | Yes |
Stratocumulus volutus is a rare species of stratocumulus cloud, typically forming alone. [1] Volutus is translated from Latin, meaning revolve, being described as a roll cloud. [2] [3] Stratocumulus volutus clouds are low-level clouds, forming below 2,000 meters (6,600 feet). Volutus clouds are much more common in the form of stratocumulus, as opposed to altocumulus volutus. [4] Stratocumulus volutus clouds are not severe, and may only bring several minutes of rain. [5] Alternatively, stratocumulus volutus clouds may form with numerous layers, contradicting the usual rounded form. [6]