Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mostly-cloudy

Adjective
/ˈmoʊs.tli ˈklaʊ.di/
Definition
A weather condition characterized by a predominance of cloud cover, with only occasional breaks of sunshine.
Examples
  • Today is mostly cloudy with a chance of rain in the afternoon.
  • The forecast predicts mostly cloudy skies for the weekend.
  • It was a mostly cloudy day, perfect for a stroll without too much sun exposure.
Meaning
The term ‘mostly-cloudy’ describes skies that are filled with clouds most of the time but may still experience periods of sunlight.
Synonyms
  • partially cloudy
  • overcast
  • cloudy