SAC -C Cloud Atlas

In this work we present the current stage of development of the Sac-C Cloud Atlas. This Atlas will include several examples of types of clouds and cloud systems observed with the argentine satellite Sac-C. It will also include a discussion of the spectral behavior analyzed through the data obtained from different bands and their combinations.

In some cases, the examples provided are accompanied by sketches of air circulation alongside pictures taken from the ground, information and meteorological maps. All these will allow the user/reader to associate the cloud patterns in the images with weather conditions and be able to document the different scale circulations involved in their formation.

Up to date, several examples of different scale cloud systems over southern South America and the near oceans have been put together. These illustrate synoptic and mesoscale vortexes, shallow convection cloud fields, fog and convective clouds in different states of development.

The publication of this Atlas is expected to fill the gap of a much needed reference guide for students of meteorology and other related sciences, elementary to intermediate and upper level teachers and the general public.