Question

Which cloud type is most closely associated with thunderstorms, lightning and heavy precipitation?
Group of answer choices

Nimbostratus

Lenticular

Altocumulus

Cumulus

Cumulonimbus

Answer 1

The cloud type most closely associated with thunderstorms, lightning, and heavy precipitation is **Cumulonimbus**. Cumulonimbus clouds are towering clouds often associated with severe weather conditions, including thunderstorms and heavy rain.