Stratus Clouds | Definition, Types & Facts

While stratus clouds may not be the most photogenic of all the cloud types, being a fairly uniform gray or white color, they are still important to observe! Stratus clouds don’t usually generate rainfall, but thick ones, called nimbostratus, can produce light drizzle or snow if it’s cold enough. For this week’s #FridayFeature, we’re showcasing stratus (and a few stratocumulus) cloud photos sent in by observers recently. Remember to always follow guidelines from your local officials and only part

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Light stratus clouds quickly transform into heavy grey cloudscape. Low angle view on the clouds transforming in atmosphere. Timelapse.

Aerial cloudscape while flying over a layer of stratus clouds in a 45 degree right turn shot from a plane cockpit flying at 8000m high. Daylight. 4K 60FPS. Stock Video

Two layers of altostratus and stratus clouds timelapse on an overcast day

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