Explore the fascinating world of clouds, from their surprising weight to their role in Earth's water cycle. Discover the principle of buoyancy that allows clouds to float on air. Learn about "nimbus" clouds, a term coined by meteorologist Luke Howard in the early 19th century, which specifically refers to rain-producing clouds. Learn to distinguish between flat, uniform nimbostratus clouds that bring steady rain and towering cumulonimbus clouds, often with an anvil top, that signal severe thunderstorms.

Noctilucent clouds glow after sunset due to their extreme altitude. The episode also explains the rare phenomenon of "animal rain," where strong updrafts temporarily transport small creatures. You'll also learn about the ethereal cloudbows or fog bows, white, misty versions of rainbows formed by tiny water droplets.

Want to learn more? Head over to my website www.funfactsdailypod.com and be sure to listen to my other podcasts Who ARTed: Weekly Art History for All Ages or Art Smart. For family fun, check out my son's podcast Rainbow Puppy Science Lab

Fun Facts Daily is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: [email protected]

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices