What are stratus clouds?

Stratus clouds are like a soft blanket that covers most of the sky on a gray day.

Imagine you're wearing a cozy sweater on a cool morning, it feels warm and wraps around you. Stratus clouds are similar, but in the sky. They are flat, gray clouds that look like they’re stretched out across the whole sky. Sometimes they hang low, almost touching the ground, making everything feel a little foggy or misty.

If you've ever walked into a room that’s been closed all day and it feels sleepy and quiet, that's how stratus clouds make the sky feel. They don’t bring rain like some other clouds do, they just cover the sky in a soft, calm way, like a gentle hug from above.

You might see them on a dull afternoon when the sun is barely peeking through. They're not flashy or exciting, but they’re always there, quietly watching over you, just like your favorite blanket on a chilly day.