answersLogoWhite

0

Rainbows are caused by sunlight glinting off tiny water particles in the sky, bouncing the light back towards the observer. In other words, any time you see a rainbow directly in front of you, the Sun is directly behind you, and your shadow points at the center of the circle the rainbow is describing. Since there aren't always water droplets doing this, the answer is "no".

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Continue Learning about Astronomy
Related Questions

How long do rainbows last in the sky?

Rainbows typically last for about 30 minutes in the sky, but can vary depending on weather conditions.


Why you see spectacular events in the sky like rainbows red sunset and the blue sky?

why do we see spectacular events in the sky like rainbows,red sunset and blue sky


Why do rainbows form in the sky?

Rainbows form in the sky when sunlight is refracted, or bent, by raindrops in the atmosphere, causing the light to separate into its different colors.


What makes rainbows appear in the sky?

Rainbows appear in the sky when sunlight is refracted, or bent, by raindrops in the atmosphere, causing the light to separate into its different colors.


When was I'm Always Chasing Rainbows created?

I'm Always Chasing Rainbows was created in 1917.


What is a personification for rainbows?

Rainbows can be personified as playful dancers in the sky, spreading colors and joy wherever they appear.


Why do rainbows appear in the sky after a rainstorm?

Rainbows appear in the sky after a rainstorm because sunlight is refracted, or bent, by water droplets in the air, causing the different colors of light to separate and create the colorful arc in the sky.


Who was rainbows discover?

rainbows did not need to be discovered, they have always been a visual phenomena


Do rainbows touch the ground, or do they only appear to be reaching down from the sky?

Rainbows do not touch the ground. They appear to be reaching down from the sky due to the way light is refracted and reflected in raindrops.


How do rainbows move across the sky?

Rainbows appear to move across the sky as the angle of sunlight changes and the water droplets in the air refract and reflect the light, creating the colorful arc.


Can you only see a rainbow with your back to the sun?

Yes, rainbows are formed when sunlight is refracted, reflected, and dispersed in water droplets in the air. By having your back to the sun, you are facing the direction where rainbows form, allowing you to see the full spectrum of colors in the sky.


When and how do you get rainbows formed?

Rainbows are formed when sunlight is refracted, or bent, as it passes through raindrops in the air. This causes the white light to separate into its various colors, creating the arc of colors that we see in the sky. Rainbows are most commonly seen when there is a combination of sunlight and rain in the sky.