Clouds of the Day - March 31, 2020

Today’s Clouds - High Clouds

Cirrus that look like fibers or hair

Cirrostratus (top half)) cirrus like fibers (lower left)

Cirrus in fibers and strands, Cirrocumulus (top center)

Cirrostratus (upper right) and cirrus fibers in bands, streaks, and streamers

Cirrostratus (top) and cirrus streamers below

Primarily Cirrostratus but with patches of opaque cirrus left

These photos of cirrus clouds were taken within a 30 minute time period this afternoon - all from our backyard. Clouds of ice and the winds aloft create unusual patterns ranging from filaments to streaks to streamers and smooth locks of hair. Step outside and look up to see a free show put on by Mother Nature.