Atmospheric Phenomenon -

Atmospheric phenomena are physical occurrences resulting from the interaction of natural atmospheric parameters such as temperature, pressure, and humidity. They are broadly categorized as follows:

Date: April 28, 2026 Subject: Overview of Observed and Classified Atmospheric Phenomena 1. Classification of Phenomena atmospheric phenomenon

Electrical discharges such as lightning, ball lightning, and transient luminous events like "sprites". 2. Emerging and Rare Observations scattering). Examples include mirages

Current research highlights that human-caused increases in greenhouse gases are altering the frequency and intensity of these phenomena: Extreme Weather - NASA Science and the sky’s color.

Visual changes or displays caused by the deflection of light (reflection, refraction, diffraction, scattering). Examples include mirages, rainbows, halos, and the sky’s color.