Mountain Ranges

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The Himalayas are still rising, growing taller by a few millimeters each year. elaborate share

Auroras

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Auroras can sometimes be heard! While usually silent, under specific atmospheric conditions, some people report hearing crackling or rustling sounds associated with auroral displays. elaborate share

Mirages

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Mirages aren't actually reflections; they're caused by light bending as it passes through layers of air with different temperatures. elaborate share

Land Breeze

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Land breezes are the opposite of sea breezes and happen at night because land cools down faster than water. elaborate share

Microclimates

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A single city can contain dozens of distinct microclimates, varying by as much as 10-15°F depending on location and features like sun exposure and building materials. elaborate share

Fogbows

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Fogbows, unlike rainbows, are white or grey because the water droplets in fog are too small to separate sunlight into its spectral colors. elaborate share