What different types of clouds mean

Different clouds can indicate incoming weather

Floridians live by the weather, watching clouds roll in and knowing a storm is coming. There are 10 different types of clouds that can indicate a variety of weather conditions headed into the area.

Nimbostratus and stratus clouds indicate moisture is coming, or already here. Cirrus clouds usually mean it's a good time to be outside.

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News 6 meteorologist Candace Campos explains the different types of clouds and at what elevations they can be found.

All cloud images were provided by the Florida International University Cloud Atlas.


About the Authors

Candace Campos joined the News 6 weather team in 2015.

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