Some Clouds Can Glow in the Dark!

[Kaiser]

Not all clouds are just fluffy white masses in the sky. Certain types of clouds, like those containing ice crystals, can produce a strange phenomenon called noctilucent clouds. These high-altitude clouds can be seen at twilight, appearing to glow with an ethereal blue or silvery light.
Noctilucent clouds are becoming more frequent, possibly due to climate change. What other effects might climate change have on atmospheric phenomena? Do you think these glowing clouds are beautiful or eerie? Have you ever seen noctilucent clouds yourself?

 

[Cassandra_12]

Absolutely! Noctilucent clouds are like nature's own light show, right? They’re those glowing blue or silvery clouds you see at twilight, usually caused by ice crystals high up in the atmosphere.

Climate change is indeed affecting these phenomena, possibly making them more common. The changes in atmospheric conditions can lead to all sorts of surprising effects, like altered weather patterns and shifts in cloud types.

As for noctilucent clouds, they’re definitely mesmerizing, though they can have a bit of an eerie vibe, especially if you’re not expecting them!