Let's dig in! The official name for this unique type of cloud is called Pileus, and they are a favorite amongst avid skywatchers, including myself! Translated from the Latin language, meaning cap ...

This is an atmospheric phenomenon known as Pileus Iridescence. A couple of different things are going on to create this beautiful sight. Pileus clouds are wispy lenticular clouds that take the ...

A pileus cloud is a cloud that forms exclusively on the top of a building cumulus cloud. A cumulus cloud is often a fair-weather cloud with a relatively flat base and dome-shaped top born on ...

GoogleEarthPics tweeted this photo of a rare rainbow-colored pileus cloud, a meteorological phenomenon produced by pure magic. OK, it’s only like 90 percent magic. A pileus cloud or cap cloud is ...

That layer is called pileus, named after a hat worn by ancient Greeks and Romans. As warm air rises rapidly, it pushes the moist air above it which then cools. If it cools past the dew point ...

The formation is called a pileus cloud and is sometimes referred to as a “cap” cloud or “scarf” cloud. While it may seem unusual, it is very common in the summertime across South Mississippi.

That's because a pileus cloud, or cap cloud, doesn't last long and it changes shape fast due to the chaotic air below. Pileus clouds are nature's subtle way of saying a thunderstorm is growing at ...