The Glow Cloud is a fictional entity from the podcast Welcome to Night Vale. It is described as a mysterious, floating cloud that emits a soft, glowing light. The Glow Cloud is known for its ability to influence the behavior of people and animals, often causing them to act in unusual ways. In the narrative of Welcome to Night Vale, the Glow Cloud is often associated with strange occurrences and events in the town. It has become a symbol of the surreal and bizarre elements that characterize the podcast's storytelling, blending humor with elements of horror and the supernatural.