Unlock the secrets of cloud formation with our Cloud Altitude Calculator. This tool helps you determine the Lifted Condensation Level (LCL), which is the height where an air parcel becomes saturated and clouds begin to form. Essential for meteorology, aviation, and understanding local weather patterns, simply input the surface temperature and dew point to get instant results.
Formula:
The Lifted Condensation Level (LCL) can be estimated using the following formula:
LCL (meters) ≈ 125 * (T - Td)
Where:
LCL= Lifted Condensation Level (cloud base altitude) in meters.T= Surface Temperature in degrees Celsius.Td= Surface Dew Point in degrees Celsius.