Precipitating Clouds

Learn how do rainbows form when sunlight interacts with water droplets through refraction and reflection. Explore the science of the visible light

Review the March 2010 Melbourne hailstorm where golf-ball sized hail and intense rainfall caused city flash flooding. See how these supercell storms

Learn how cloud types and weather forecasting identify atmospheric stability and rain risks. Use visual clues from different cloud layers across

Virga rain over evaporation happens when falling rain vanishes in dry air. Learn why these streaks form under clouds and check for aviation hazards. Read

Learn how nimbostratus clouds bring steady rain to Australia. Identify these precipitating clouds by their dark, layered appearance and wide reach. Read