Cirrocumulus clouds forming a Mackerel Sky
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Cirrocumulus clouds forming a Mackerel Sky
Cirrocumulus clouds. Sky filled with lines of small, cirrocumulus cloudlets, to form a " Mackerel Sky". Cirrocumulus clouds form at an altitude of 5000-6000 metres and above and are composed largely of ice crystals. They may form in lines, groups or ripples. The effect is caused because of atmospheric instability which allows rising air currents to create the cloudlets and descending currents to clear spaces between them. The presence of cirrocumulus clouds indicates the approach of a frontal system and changing weather. Photographed in Finland
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Climate Cloud Cloud Types Clouds Meteorology Type Weather Cirrocumulus Mackerel Sky
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of cirrocumulus clouds forming a Mackerel Sky. The sky is adorned with delicate lines of small, cirrocumulus cloudlets, creating an enchanting visual spectacle. These unique cloud formations occur at high altitudes of 5000-6000 meters and above, predominantly composed of ice crystals. The formation of these clouds can be attributed to atmospheric instability, where rising air currents create the cloudlets while descending currents clear spaces between them. This phenomenon creates a striking pattern resembling the scales on a mackerel fish's back, hence earning its name - Mackerel Sky. Cirrocumulus clouds are not only visually stunning but also serve as indicators for changing weather patterns and the approach of frontal systems. Their presence signals potential shifts in climate conditions that meteorologists closely monitor. Captured in Finland, this photograph from Science Photo Library encapsulates the intricate details and ethereal nature of these cirrocumulus clouds. It offers viewers a glimpse into the fascinating world of meteorology and reminds us of the ever-changing dynamics within our atmosphere.
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