A stroke of luck brought the CloudSat radar directly over the center of one of the strongest typhoons of the year.
Image of the Day Atmosphere Severe Storms
Cloudsat’s radar captured a unique view of Sandy's internal cloud structure.
While RapidScat measured the strength of Typhoon Dolphin’s winds, CloudSat captured a rare glimpse inside the storm’s eye.
Image of the Day Atmosphere Water Severe Storms
Acquired August 31, 2012, these images show a photo-like view of Tropical Storm Leslie and a sideways view of the storm’s vertical structure.
Severe Storms
Image of the Day Atmosphere Heat Water Severe Storms
Image of the Day Atmosphere Land
After making landfall, Hurricane Issac has reverted to tropical storm status.
Atmosphere Severe Storms
Acquired September 30, 2012, this image shows a tropical storm that is still active nearly three weeks after its formation.
Atmosphere Water Severe Storms