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Smooth flat surfaces such as glass, painted surfaces, and blades of grass radiate heat in a way that their temperature can be slightly cooler than the surrounding air. This gives the water molecules in the air a place to form ice through the process of sublimation.

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What happens when it snows and rains at the same time?

When it snows and rains at the same time, it typically means that the temperature is near freezing. The snowflakes melt as they fall through the layer of warm air, turning into raindrops. If the temperature drops again before reaching the ground, the raindrops may freeze upon contact, leading to freezing rain.


What is a counterexample for when it rains it pours?

A counterexample for "when it rains it pours" could be a situation where it rains lightly throughout the day without escalating into a heavy downpour. This would go against the idea that once it starts raining, it will intensify significantly.


Why does it feel warmer when it snows?

When it snows, the air temperature is usually close to or just above freezing. The snowflakes melt as they come into contact with surfaces that are warmer than freezing, such as the ground or buildings. This process releases heat, which can make it feel warmer even though the actual air temperature may not have changed significantly.


What happens inside a cloud before it rains or snows?

Inside any cloud water is constantly evaporating an recondensing in an equilibrium that maintains the cloud and keeps the droplets too small to fall to the ground. One ice crystals form, however the equilibrium shifts toward ice. Water vapor in the colder parts of the cloud will tend to freeze rather than condense, forming snowflakes which begin to fall. When it snows, these flakes simply fall to the ground, sometimes coalescing. For rain, the snowflake melt and become raindrops.


What happens after it rains?

After it rains, the water either evaporates, soaks into the ground, runs off into rivers and streams, or collects in puddles. This water can provide hydration for plants and replenish groundwater sources.