A sky with scattered clouds covering roughly 3–5 oktas (about 40–60% of the sky).
basicWhat is Partly Cloudy?
Partly cloudy conditions produce a mix of sun and shade throughout the day. This is one of the most common weather states in tropical climates outside of the monsoon season. It typically indicates fair weather with a chance of isolated afternoon showers.
Key points
- A sky with scattered clouds covering roughly 3–5 oktas (about 40–60% of the sky).
- Category: basic
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