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Rainbow Clouds Over Victoria

Updated 2026-09-14 15:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Rare iridescent clouds, often referred to as rainbow clouds, were observed over parts of Victoria. Experts explain that these colorful formations are caused by light diffracting around ice crystals.

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The Guardian
Rainbow clouds are not uncommon in Australia but rarely photographed, and experts say they get their colours when light is diffracted around ice crystals<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/sep/14/australia-politics-live-question-time-electric-vehicles-auct
2026-09-14 15:00 UTC
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