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0 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation | Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » NEWS NOW Agencies investigate string of Greenway fires ... Rogue River man gets prison for shooting at newspaper carriers ... Teenager sentenced to jail for freeway incidents ... Agencies investigate string of Greenway fires ... Rogue River man gets prison for shooting at newspaper carriers ... Teenager sentenced to jail for freeway incidents ... SINCE YOU ASKED Since You Asked: Cloud color dependent on several variables Comment MailTribune.com Writer Posted Jul. 1, 2016 at 12:01 AM Posted Jul. 1, 2016 at 12:01 AM » Social News When it rains, some clouds are darker in different parts of the sky. Why is that? — Mark S., Ashland We're glad you asked, Mark. Even though we're in a trend of continuous sun for the foreseeable future, it's best to be prepared for when the rain comes. According to www.wxdude.com , the website for national TV meteorologist Nick Walker, three things affect cloud color: the sun, the thickness of the cloud and where you're standing. Less sunlight will shine through a cloud if it contains a lot of moisture and the cloud is positioned between you and the sun. This will make the cloud appear darker. Big, tall clouds that are dark at the bottom have a lot of moisture inside and usually bring heavy rain. However, even a thick cloud can look white if the sun is to your back when you see the cloud. The cloud reflects the sunlight, thus appearing white. Regardless, if you see dark, tall clouds, these usually bring a lot of rain — and quickly. That's the time to head inside and stay dry. Send questions to “Since You Asked,” Mail Tribune Newsroom, P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501; by fax to 541-776-4376; or by email to [email protected] . To see a collection of columns, go to mailtribune.com/youasked . We’re sorry, but the volume of questions received prevents us from answering all of them. MailTribune.com Writer Posted Jul. 1, 2016 at 12:01 AM » Comment or view comments Reader Reaction » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... Business Name address Location, ST | website.com Find Southern Oregon Attractions Bars Restaurants Beauty Salons Entertainment Doctors Medical Specialists Contractors Education Lawn Services Lawyers Shopping Travel Tanning Used Cars Wedding Services ▼ Add your business here + Events Calendar Connect with MailTribune.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services Home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Announcements Obituaries Story ideas Since you asked Alerts Email Alerts RSS Feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Propel Marketing Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Mobile Site Stay Informed Email newsletter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Your privacy is important, read our privacy policy. © Copyright 2016 Local Media Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Local Media Group Publications Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. MailTribune.com | P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501