Virga: Ghost Rain and Cosmic Weather | Science News

Ever seen rain vanish before hitting the ground? That’s virga — a ghostly atmospheric phenomenon where precipitation evaporates in dry air, creating eerie streaks. Pilots watch for it because it signals sudden turbulence as cooled, denser air plummets. But virga isn’t Earth-exclusive: Jupiter and Mars show similar evaporating wisps, hinting at universal weather patterns. It’s a reminder that even invisible sky secrets hold cosmic significance. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/44448ec63192a405