Atmospheric thermodynamics and dynamics during convective, stratiform and nonprecipitating clouds over the metropolitan area of Rio de Janeiro – Brazil

Abstract

Highlights • Thermodynamic patterns were studied using local radiosonde observations. • Convective days presented a coupling between energy, moisture and dynamic triggers. • Stratiform days showed the highest precipitable water content (56 mm). • Higher temperatures (above °C) were observed for the nonprecipitating days.