Visible Satellite
About this map: Visible satellite imagery is a snapshot of cloud cover from space, and can only be seen during
daylight hours. Meteorologists use visible satellite imagery to prepare forecasts, but look at Infrared satellite at night when the visible view is not available.
Use this map during daylight hours but use the infrared imagry at night.
![]() About this map: Satellite images are measurements of the Earth taken from high in space by governmental satellites, and used to show clouds and cloud movement.
The term "Infrared" means that the satellite is detecting the temperature of the clouds. Infrared satellite senses radiant energy given off by the clouds. Warmer (lower in the atmosphere) clouds give off more energy than cold (higher) clouds.
Use this map, (during night time hours), to help predict when there is a strong probability of adverse weather heading your way.
Weather Advisory:
An advisory is for less serious conditions that cause significant inconvenience and, if caution is not exercised, could lead to situations that may threaten life and/or property.
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