Why Your Shadow Looks Longer & Clearer in December — Easy Optics
• In December, shadows appear longer and clearer due to the lower angle of the sun during the winter solstice.
• The sun's lower angle causes sunlight to travel through more of the atmosphere, leading to elongated shadows.
• Drier and clearer air in winter reduces atmospheric diffusion, contributing to sharper, more defined shadows.
Shadows stretch longer and clearer in December
Have you noticed your shadow stretching out a bit more than usual lately? Or perhaps it seems sharper, more defined? If you live in the Northern Hemisphere, the answer likely lies in the simple yet fascinating world of optics and the Earth's tilt as we approach the winter solstice. December brings not only colder temperatures but also a unique perspective on sunlight and, consequently, our shadows.
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