State of the sky
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-009210
A meteorological observation that describes the amount of cloud cover and the general appearance of the sky at a given location and time. This includes categories such as clear, scattered, broken, or overcast, often quantified by octas (eighths) of the sky covered by clouds. It is a standard component of surface weather observations and is used in aviation, forecasting, and climate studies.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-009210 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
Record as JSON
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