uwochris
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Hey guys,
Got a quick question about clouds.
On my way home, I noticed how one half of the sky was completely OVC, while the other side was SKC. How can this be? How can the skies be clear to the West, and OVC to the East (or North, South, etc)?
It just seems a little odd. Maybe there is sinking air in these regions, in order to replace the updrafts from the rising air? Or does it have something to do with the wind?
Also, when there are patches of cumulus or other type clouds, how come there are spaces in between them? How can only a small area be saturated beyond the downpoint?
Any replies greatly appreciated!
Thanks.
Got a quick question about clouds.
On my way home, I noticed how one half of the sky was completely OVC, while the other side was SKC. How can this be? How can the skies be clear to the West, and OVC to the East (or North, South, etc)?
It just seems a little odd. Maybe there is sinking air in these regions, in order to replace the updrafts from the rising air? Or does it have something to do with the wind?
Also, when there are patches of cumulus or other type clouds, how come there are spaces in between them? How can only a small area be saturated beyond the downpoint?
Any replies greatly appreciated!
Thanks.