Continental cloud

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-004637",
  "term": "Continental cloud",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A cloud formation that develops over landmasses, influenced by the thermal and moisture characteristics of the continental surface. These clouds are often associated with convection and can exhibit different properties than maritime clouds due to variations in aerosol concentrations. Cumulus and cumulonimbus clouds are common continental cloud types.",
  "see_also": [
    "maritime cloud"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/continental-cloud/"
}