Unusual Weather Wonders That Will Fascinate You

Have you ever had the experience of seeing a sun dog or a double rainbow? Viral weather phenomena are often hard to predict and observers may only get a fleeting glimpse of these weather wonders, but they astound and fascinate us. From clouds that come in a wide range of odd shapes to stunning colors normally seen in rainbows in the sky, there are so many unusual, fascinating weather phenomena that can capture your attention, even when no storm is predicted. If you love watching the sky and are amazed by the displays of mother nature or love to witness unusual weather events here are some of the most unusual and intriguing sights to look for when you're skywatching this year.

Colorful and Amazing Formations To Watch for

When clouds drape the sky like a veil, one phenomenon to look for is sun dogs. These are unusual pieces of glowing rainbows that form to the left and right of the sun. They often appear in pairs and may occur when sunlight is shining through thin clouds that are high in the atmosphere. Sun dogs scatter light in a similar way to a prism. If you're fortunate enough and the weather conditions are right, you might even see one of the most unusual weather events, a full halo that encircles the sun.

With our rapidly changing weather conditions, you'll likely experience a thunderstorm in 2025. Safety should always be a priority but when the storm has passed take a few minutes to go outside and take a look at the sky after it passes. If you're in the right place at the right time you may spot a unique type of cloud that has the appearance of huge bubbles. Most clouds form when air rises high in the sky. However, Mammatus clouds are different. These clouds are caused by moist air sinking toward the ground, which results in an unusual pouchlike appearance. Mammatus clouds are typically visible following strong thunderstorms. However, they may occasionally appear near heavy showers with gusty winds. Another amazing weather event to watch for is the interesting effect that clouds have when they not only block sunlight but the entire sky. You may see beams of light known as crepuscular rays.

Colorful Events Not To Be Missed