Actual cloud base?

[rfcrain]

When I look at cloud base you report 5000ft is that from sea level or ground level?
If I'm on the ground at 2000ft from sea level and you're reporting 5000ft is the cloud base at 7000ft from sea level?

[idefix37]

@rfcrain

For this type of question, you read in the FAQ at
https://community.windy.com/topic/3361/description-of-weather-overlays

Cloud base: Cloud base height is the altitude of the lowest cloud base above the ground, especially important for pilots. The model of terrain is simplified, so be cautious to use these values in the mountains. On large areas, the forecast model is not able to calculate the cloud base.