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The water vapour forming snow has to reach 0oC to form ice crystals. There is no lower temperture for the snow formation. Interestingly the snow crystals formed are of different shapes as the temperture is lowered and the location of the formation occurs. Six-sided hexagonal crystals are shaped in high clouds, needles or flat six-sided crystals are shaped in middle height clouds and a wide variety of six-sided shapes are formed in low clouds. At colder temperatures the flakes have sharper tips on the sides of the crystals and more branching of the snowflake arms.
Snowflake shapes at various (approximate) formation temperatures are:
-16° C - Thin hexagonal plates
-10° C - Needles
-8° C - Hollow columns
-5°C - Sector plates (hexagons with indentations)
-2°C - Dendrites (lacy hexagonal shapes)
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What determines whether precipitation falls a rain or snow?
The temperature of the air near the ground is the main factor in determining whether precipitation falls as rain or snow. If the temperature is above freezing, the precipitation will fall as rain. If the temperature is below freezing, the precipitation will fall as snow.
Could it snow at thirty six degrees?
It is unlikely for snow to occur at 36 degrees Fahrenheit because snow typically forms when the temperature is at or below freezing (32 degrees Fahrenheit). The temperature needs to be cold enough for the precipitation to freeze and fall as snow rather than as rain.
Does snow always fall as snow flakes?
No, snow can fall in different forms such as snowflakes, snow pellets, or snow grains depending on the temperature and atmospheric conditions. Snowflakes are the most common form of snow, but variations can occur.
Can it snow in negative temperatures, or does snow only occur in positive temperatures?
Yes, it can snow in negative temperatures. Snow can form and fall when the air temperature is below freezing, which is typically below 0 degrees Celsius or 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much humidity is need for snow to fall?
It doesn't matter what the humidity is at the surface. You need to be looking up somewhere around 5-10,000 feet and up near the 700mb pressure level. You're probably not forecasting the weather though, so it would suffice to say that the air in the atmospheric column will become saturated as precipitation moves in and sublimates. By the time snow reaches the ground, relative humidity is typically 90%+ at the surface.
At what temperature does snow typically begin to fall?
Snow typically begins to fall when the temperature is at or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius).
What are the water drops that fall at temperature below freezing?
Snow
What determines whether precipitation falls a rain or snow?
The temperature of the air near the ground is the main factor in determining whether precipitation falls as rain or snow. If the temperature is above freezing, the precipitation will fall as rain. If the temperature is below freezing, the precipitation will fall as snow.
At what temperature does snow fall?
Snow falls when the temperature in the atmosphere is below freezing, typically around 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius).
Water drops that fall when the temperature is below freezing fall as?
Water drops that fall when the temperature is below freezing, fall as SNOW . Water drops that fall when the temperature is above freezing fall as RAIN .
Water drops that fall when the temperature is above freezing fall is called what?
it is snow or feezing rain i belive
What kind of precipitation will fall if the surface temperature is 40 degrees?
snow will fall when it is about 10.degrees Fahrenheit
Why does Shropshire hold the record for the lowest overnight temperature for England?
Shropshire has recorded the lowest temperature several times. This is because of the snow cover the region experienced, the gentle winds and clearing skies.
When is the temperature usually the lowest?
fall and winter but mostly winter but the coldest month is February
What is the name for waterdrops that fall when the temperature is below freezing and the water become solid?
Depending on the temperature, water drops that fall when the temperature is below freezing can become sleet, ice, or snow.
What is the lowest average temperature in Fort Lauderdale FL?
Between December and February, the average daily temperature can fall as low as 50 degrees.
Can it ever snow at 60 degrees Fahrenheit?
In order for snow to occur, the ground temperature must be a temperature of 32 degrees or lower.
