How do you pronounce cumulonimbus?
What does cumulonimbus mean?
: cumulus cloud having a low base and often spread out in the shape of an anvil extending to great heights — see cloud illustration.
What does cumulonimbus clouds look like?
Cumulus clouds look like fluffy, white cotton balls in the sky. They are beautiful in sunsets, and their varying sizes and shapes can make them fun to observe! Stratus cloud often look like thin, white sheets covering the whole sky. Since they are so thin, they seldom produce much rain or snow.
What weather does cumulonimbus clouds bring?
Cumulonimbus clouds are associated with extreme weather such as heavy torrential downpours, hail storms, lightning and even tornadoes. Individual cumulonimbus cells will usually dissipate within an hour once showers start falling, making for short-lived, heavy rain.