Sun Dogs, Halos And Spectres: The Sky's Atmospheric Art | Weather.com
May 16, 2025Updated: May 16, 2025, 5:54 am EDTPublished: May 16, 2025, 5:54 am EDT

Ever looked up and spotted a glowing ring around the sun, or what seemed like a second sun hanging in the sky? From shimmering halos and sun dogs to ghostly Brocken specters and wave-like Helmholtz clouds, we’re breaking down the science behind these jaw-dropping sky illusions - nature’s own surreal art show.

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