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Each Physical Parameter record defines a MIP variable name, associated with a CF Standard Name. Formerly known as MIP Variables in CMIP6
Attribute | Value |
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cf_standard_name | cloud_area_fraction |
description | Total cloud area fraction (reported as a percentage) for the whole atmospheric column, as seen from the surface or the top of the atmosphere. Includes both large-scale and convective cloud. |
name | clt |
provenance | CCMI1_monthly |
title | Total Cloud Cover Percentage |
units | % |
uid | 7c2249d424dde72f8616d42870a9d425 |