Cirrus radiatus
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| Cirrus radiatus | |
|---|---|
 Cirrus radiatus clouds with a contrail crossing through | |
| Abbreviation | Ci ra |
| Symbol |  |
| Genus | Cirrus (curl) |
| Variety | radiatus (striped) |
| Altitude | Above 5,000 m (Above 16,500 ft) |
| Appearance | parallel bands |
| Precipitation | No |
Cirrus radiatus is a variety of cirrus cloud. The name cirrus radiatus is derived from Latin, meaning "rayed, striped".[1] This variety of cirrus clouds occurs in parallel bands that often cover the entire sky and appear to converge at a single point[2] or two opposite points on the horizon. Cirrus radiatus is often partly made up of cirrocumulus or cirrostratus.[3]
