This monsoon season has been different from others.  In fact, we experienced the rains of a hurricane dumping on us.  But those rains brought a surprise for me.  There were 2 days in a row of rainbows.  I managed to capture one beautiful scene.  So, learn more about this mystical rainbow by reading on.

Hurricane Hilary sent some tendrils up into Southern Utah.  That kind of an event is quite rare.  It meant some heavy rain and people even hydroplaned on the roads.  Still, the rains were short.  They only lasted for a day or 2 before dissipating.  However, before they did so, I enjoyed the view of some rainbows.

The first day of rainbows yielded a single full bow.  Those kinds of rainbows are so rare here.  I don’t know why but they are.  The rainbows we see are arcs, mostly one side, but sometimes both sides.  But the top is often invisible.  But this time, I could enjoy the full rainbow, however brief.  I didn’t have time to locate a proper spot to take pictures of it.  It faded too quickly.  I was excited but I had no idea what was in store for me the next day.

The next day, right about the time of sunset, the second rainbow appeared in the sky.  This time, it was not a full bow.  However, it did show part of the arc of a double rainbow.  This rainbow lasted longer so I had my chance to photograph it.  I quickly set to work as the sunset wouldn’t last either.

Once I arrived at my pre-chosen destination with a wide view, the sunset started warming up.  The rainbow and the sunset light in the clouds combined to create a mystical scene.  The mist obscuring the mountains started clearing up and the rainbow started fading.  I took a chance and found a place to stand.  Then I shot a panorama with the hopes of it working out.  In fact, it was the best shot of the event.

So, what do you think of this mystical rainbow generated by the fringes of a hurricane over the desert?  Do you love it?  Do you hate it?  Please leave your thoughts in the comments section below.