Sunlight warms the surface, warming the air above, causing it to rise. We see clouds form when rising air reaches the level at which water vapor condenses to form droplets, illustrating the Lifting Condensation Level (LCL).

Why Are Clouds Flat On The Bottom? The Science

Why are clouds flat on the bottom? You've likely noticed that cumulus clouds often exhibit a flat base. WHY.EDU.VN explains this fascinating phenomenon stemming from the condensation process at a…