cloud base
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cloud base
HI,does anyone know how to calculate the cloud base if you got the dew point and temperature?
I've got the formula： for cumulus cloud ,H=124(T-T')
for stratus cloud,H=208(T-T')
* T' is dew point
I'm not sure if it's right or not and why it's differernt for cumulus and stratus?
THANKS!
I've got the formula： for cumulus cloud ,H=124(T-T')
for stratus cloud,H=208(T-T')
* T' is dew point
I'm not sure if it's right or not and why it's differernt for cumulus and stratus?
THANKS!
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This link allows you to enter in the data for quick calculation and explains formula for cumulus cloud base
Weather Calculators Cloud Base | ABC15.com | Phoenix, Arizona | KNXV-TV | Local and Breaking News, Weather, Radar, Traffic, Life, Sports
Weather Calculators Cloud Base | ABC15.com | Phoenix, Arizona | KNXV-TV | Local and Breaking News, Weather, Radar, Traffic, Life, Sports
