Meteorology

Lenticular Cloud

Definition

A lens-shaped cloud formed in mountain wave crests. Lenticular clouds remain stationary despite strong winds and indicate severe to extreme turbulence. A clear sign of mountain wave activity.

Related Terms

Mountain Wave

A standing atmospheric wave generated when stable air flows over a mountain rang...

Turbulence

Irregular atmospheric motion causing an aircraft to experience bumps, altitude c...

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