This website works best with a newer web browser such as Chrome, Firefox, Safari or Microsoft Edge. Internet Explorer is not supported by this website.

Archive: Tue Jan 2009

The effect of stratus clouds on temperatures

AWIPS images of the  GOES-13 fog/stratus product (above) showed a patch of stratus cloud that developed quickly as it moved northeastward across southern Wisconsin during the pre-dawn hours on 06 January 2009. In advance of this cloud feature, air temperatures were dropping off as clear skies and light winds were promoting strong... Read More