On Dec. 29th a beautiful Sun Pillar appeared just after the sun had set. It lasted long enough for me to find my camera (I ran right past it), go outside and snap a few photos. I'm thrilled to be able to share it with you.
A Sun Pillar occurs when light from the sun is reflected off thin ice crystal clouds high in the atmosphere in a spot or band pattern vertically above the setting sun,an amazing phenomenon.
I may not have photographed a green flash (yet!) but I'm happy to have photographed this Sun Pillar!
Anonymous
I photographed it, but didnt know what it was! thanks for enlightening us.
Martin
Jeanne Jackson
You are most welcome, Martin. I sent my photo to retired meteorologist, Ken Holmes, and he confirmed that is was a sun pillar. Hooray!
CLAIRE
Thank you for all your postings. Keeps me touch with the beautiful coast that I hated to leave.
Claire
Jeanne Jackson
You are most welcome, Claire! I miss seeing you around town. I am glad this blog keeps you connected.
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