The mesosphere is so cold that it can cause meteors to burn up upon entry, creating shooting stars. elaborate
Crepuscular rays, those dramatic sunbeams that appear to radiate from the sun, are actually caused by shadows cast by clouds or other atmospheric particles. elaborate
Waterspouts can sometimes be harmless, appearing as rotating columns of water and mist, but they can also intensify and become dangerous tornadoes over water. elaborate
The song "Thunderstruck" by AC/DC was inspired by a particularly intense thunderstorm the band experienced. elaborate
Squall lines can sometimes produce surprisingly intense and localized downbursts of wind, even exceeding the strength of a typical tornado in a small area. elaborate
Snow rollers are surprisingly rare, only forming under very specific conditions of temperature, moisture, and wind. elaborate