Our Planet’s Craziest Weather Marvels

Published on 08/06/2020
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34. Moonbow

No, this isn’t photoshop, it is indeed possible to spot a rainbow at night! Although you might be shocked if you happen to drive under one at night. Let’s fill you in about how one works, before you call the government.

Moonbow

Moonbow

As the name “moonbow” suggests, this is the night version of the post-rain colorful arch we all know and love so well. This is something you don’t see every day, and you will need a fair amount of knowhow and a trained eye to actually spot one. One must arrive at a specific location, two hours prior to sunrise or following sunset. If you are dedicated enough, you may be in for the nocturnal treat of a lifetime.

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33. Fire Whirl

As if tornadoes aren’t bad enough to begin with, nature sometimes feels they aren’t exciting enough, so she sets them on fire. No, this isn’t something out of a cheesy 80s fantasy blockbusters, fire tornadoes are real, and they are incredibly destructive.

Fire Whirl

Fire Whirl

Better known as fire devils or fire whirls, these swirling fiery twisters will turn anything they suck into their furnace-like centers into ash. Although they visually appear like standard tornadoes, fire whirls are caused when tornado-like air pressure movements come into contact with an already present blaze. Not that you will stand around to debate the differences when near one.

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