Climate Clouds Storms Technology FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I start using this mod?
Open Creative mode and find the
doppler radar guide book in your inventory—it contains setup instructions for all weather tracking machines. Read through it to learn how to place and use your first weather tools.
doppler radar guide book in your inventory—it contains setup instructions for all weather tracking machines. Read through it to learn how to place and use your first weather tools.Why are my clouds lagging my game?
This mod uses GPU Instancing to prevent lag, so clouds are rendered by your graphics card instead of your CPU. If you still experience lag, try lowering your render distance or checking that your graphics drivers are up to date.
Where should I place my
doppler radar?
Place your
doppler radar in a flat, open area away from steep mountains and thick forests, as these terrain features interfere with its ability to track storms accurately.
doppler radar in a flat, open area away from steep mountains and thick forests, as these terrain features interfere with its ability to track storms accurately.What do I need to power weather machines?
Diesel generators provide the power for your weather tracking and measurement devices. You'll need to set up and fuel these generators to keep your weather machines running.
How can I stop all the storms?
Use the command `/climate set moisture 0` to remove all active storms and clear the weather system immediately.
What's the difference between the cloud layers?
High-altitude clouds are thin ice-crystal formations like cirrus strands; mid-level clouds are dark rain blankets; low-level clouds are fluffy cumulus that can grow into dangerous cumulonimbus storm clouds.
Can I predict storms before they arrive?
Yes—use the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and
doppler radar to watch for incoming storms, and place rain gauges, wind vanes, and barometers around your base to measure local weather conditions.
doppler radar to watch for incoming storms, and place rain gauges, wind vanes, and barometers around your base to measure local weather conditions.What extreme weather events can spawn?
The mod spawns supercells (in low, classic, or high precipitation forms), tornadoes (ranging from thin ropes to large multivortex funnels), squall lines, and cyclones.
Do clouds change shape based on my world's conditions?
Yes, clouds dynamically change shape and type based on the humidity and temperature in your specific area, creating realistic weather patterns.
Will this mod work on older computers?
Yes—the mod is designed to run smoothly on older hardware because it uses GPU Instancing instead of loading individual cloud particles, preventing performance issues even during massive storms.