LEARN WHY SUNRISES & SUNSETS ARE MORE BEAUTIFUL IN WINTER NOW

Ever wonder why sunrises and sunsets look more beautiful in winter? Scientific studies have discovered the reasons.

The gorgeous oranges, pinks, and reds we see staining the sky, at the edge, where dark and light transition, are more dramatic in winter months, when the air is more clear and free from the dulling effects of pollution.

Another contributing factor comes from cirrus and altocumulus clouds which sail high in the atmosphere in winter, reflecting the colored light.

To maximize the sky’s winter artistry, travel to mid-latitude locations, especially Arizona, Hawaii, the Caribbean, where the winter light is about as perfect as can be.

Want to catch a view of winter sunrises in real life? Download the BeautifulNow App to help you wake up to something beautiful every day! And try Rise or Time And Date so you can see when sunrise will happen in your area on any given day.

Because the sun rises later and sets earlier in the winter, you have a better chance of seeing the light show live.

Read more about Beautiful Winter, as it relates to Arts/Design, Nature/Science, Food/Drink, Place/Time, Mind/Body, and Soul/Impact including Get Ready For Beautiful Winter With 10 Breathtaking Books Now.

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IMAGE CREDITS:

1. Image: by Bo Insogna, TheLightningMan.com. City Lights Sunrise View From Rollins Pass.
2. Image: by Cam Miller. February Sunset.
3. Image: by Peter Prehn. Red sky in the morning, Sailors take warning…
4. Image: by Jon Bunting. Winter Solstice 2014.
5. Image: by Edith OSB. Winter Sunrise.
6. Image: by Julia Stainton, of Belle Papier. Winter Sunrise.
7. Image: by Jeanne, of JLS Photography - Alaska. Snowy sunrise.
8. Image: by Lady Fi. Winter Sunrise.
9. Image: by BN App - Download now!
10. Image: by Konniemac. Awesome Sunset on Cobb Island Maryland.