cumulus congestus
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-000631
A large, towering cumulus cloud with great vertical development, usually with a cauliflower-like appearance, but lacking the characteristic anvil of a cumulonimbus.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-000631 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| References | NWS Glossary |
Record as JSON
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