Middle Clouds

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-001715",
  "term": "Middle Clouds",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "(or Mid-Level Clouds) - A term used to signify clouds with bases between 6,500 and 23,000 feet. At the higher altitudes, they may also have some ice crystals, but they are composed mainly of water droplets. Altocumulus, altostratus, and nimbostratus are the main types of middle clouds. This altitude applies to the temperate zone. In the polar regions, these clouds may be found at lower altitudes. In the tropics, the defining altitudes for cloud types are generally higher.",
  "synonyms": [
    "Mid-Level Clouds"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/middle-clouds/"
}