BREAKING: Rare Sun Halo Stuns Locals in Arunachal pradesh – A Celestial Spectacle!
📅 Date: July 7, 2025 | The Fact News AR
Residents of Arunachal pradesh Witness Breathtaking Sun Halo at Noon
In an awe-inspiring celestial event, people across Arunachal gasped in wonder as a rare sun halo illuminated the midday sky on July 7, 2025. The phenomenon, resembling a giant luminous ring around the sun, left locals mesmerized, with many calling it a "divine sight" and rushing to capture photos.
Eyewitnesses reported the halo appearing around 12:30 PM, lasting nearly 45 minutes. Social media erupted with hashtags like #ArunachalSunHalo and #NatureMagic, as users shared stunning images of the sky turning into a prismatic masterpiece.
What is a Sun Halo? The Science Behind the Magic
A sun halo (or 22° halo) is an optical phenomenon caused by the refraction and dispersion of sunlight through ice crystals suspended in cirrus clouds high in the atmosphere. Here’s how it works:
Ice Crystals Act as Prisms:
Hexagonal ice crystals in cirrus clouds (5-10 km above Earth) bend sunlight at a 22-degree angle, splitting it into colors—like a rainbow.
Why a Perfect Ring?
The alignment of millions of crystals creates a circular halo around the sun, with red light on the inner edge and faint blue on the outer side.
Weather Folklore:
Traditionally, halos signal incoming moisture, often predicting rain or storms within 24-48 hours. Scientists confirm this link to high-altitude ice clouds.
Public Reaction: "A Sign of Good Fortune!"
Rima Das, a local farmer: "I’ve never seen anything like this! My grandparents say it’s a blessing."
Dr. Anuj Baruah, Astrophysicist (Gauhati University): "This is purely a scientific event, but its rarity makes it special. arunachal's clear skies post-monsoon made it visible."
Did You Miss It?
Sun halos are harmless to view (unlike solar eclipses), but experts advise using sunglasses or a pinhole camera to avoid glare. Keep your eyes peeled—these halos can reappear!
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