Why do clouds appear to move at one point but then don't look like they're moving the next?

Question

Why do clouds appear to move at one point but then don't look like they're moving the next?

Answer 1

I would guess its because the trade winds fluctuate in strength

Answer 2

It's a matter of having a point of reference.

If you've got nothing to 'anchor' them to, it's harder

to see them move.

'Betcha' you see them move when they pass a tree

or chimney or such, and seem to stop otherwise.

Answer 3

cuz they go soo slow. if you watch them they look like they arent moving but they really are.