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Old 21st Oct 2012, 14:54
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shurikn
 
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To find cloud base = (Surface Temp - Dewpoint) X 1000feet and divide the answer by the dry adiabatic lape rate (DARL 3 deg. celcius/1000').

Exemple: SFC temp 15c, DP 9c.

(15-9) X 1000= 6000feet divided by 3 = 2000 feet

Cloud base at 2000 feet.

To find FZ LVL; dewpoint divided by saturated adiabatic lapse rate (SARL 1.5 deg. c/1000') multiplied by 1000. Then add cloud base and you have your freezing level.

(DP/SARL) X 1000 and add cloud base to answer.

Exemple: (9/1.5) X 1000= 6000 + 2000= 8000 feet

Freezing level @ 8000 feet.

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