Cloud Types

Cirrus

Cirrus clouds are extremely cold because they are made up of tiny ice crystals. They are also 10 miles above ground. They are skinny and looks like a silky web. They can travel up to 200 mph!

 

 

 

 

 

Cumulus

Cumulus clouds are puffy. They look like cauliflower. They are 3d. They look like piles of snow, cotton, and vanilla ice cream.

 

 

 

 

 

Stratus

   Stratus clouds look like a big, thick, gray blanket. You can not see through them. Sometimes they will let out drizzle. Other times they will let out snow.

 

 

 

 

 

Cumulonimbus

Cumulonimbus clouds are very big. They cause storms. Lightning and thunder  comes out. Occasionally they will cause a tornado. They look like dirt and dust.