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Valley Cloud

Cloud of the Day – Valley Cloud In my valley winters are often visited by a phenomenon called valley cloud. Those days are clear and sunny, except in the valleys. If you’re up on the slopes you’re likely to see … Continue reading

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Glory – An Optical Meteorological Phenomenon

Cloud of the Day – Glory Glory is an optical phenomenon which has become much more commonly observed since the rise of widespread flight. Glory is seen in clouds or mist when the Sun (or rarely the Moon) is directly … Continue reading

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Fall Streak Hole

Cloud of the Day – Fall Streak Hole A fall streak hole can appear in altocumulus or cirrocumulus cloud. It looks as if part of the cloud just fell out, leaving a hole. Often you can see streaks of ice … Continue reading

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