A few weeks ago, while commuting to work, our Account Manager, Matt observed an atmospheric phenomenon known as a sun dog.
Sun dogs, also called parhelia, occur when sunlight is refracted by ice crystals suspended in the atmosphere. These crystals bend the light at specific angles, creating bright spots that typically appear about 22 degrees to the left and right of the Sun, at the same height above the horizon. They are most visible when the Sun is low in the sky, making early mornings and cold conditions ideal for viewing.
Although sun dogs can occur anywhere in the world and during any season, the conditions must be just right for them to become noticeable. Seeing one is a reminder that even familiar, everyday moments like a drive to work can offer a glimpse of something unexpected and remarkable.