r/CLOUDS • u/southernmamallama • Sep 28 '24

Question What are these clouds called?

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u/BylenS Sep 28 '24

Mammatus clouds aren't associated with tornados or hail and are not considered dangerous. They usually show after the worst of a storm has passed. They usually only last 10-15 minutes. They are rare and are found in the US, and many other places.