Cloudy sky
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-004459
The appearance of the atmosphere when a substantial portion of it is obscured by clouds. This condition affects visibility, solar radiation, and surface temperatures. In meteorological observations, a cloudy sky is often categorized by terms like 'broken' or 'overcast' depending on the extent of cloud cover.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-004459 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "The appearance of the atmosphere when a substantial portion of it is obscured by clouds. This condition affects visibility, solar radiation, and surface temperatures. In meteorological observations, a cloudy sky is often categorized by terms like 'broken' or 'overcast' depending on the extent of cloud cover.",
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