National Find a Rainbow Day 2023: April showers will result in more than just May blossoms. We get to celebrate National Find a Rainbow Day on April 3. Rainbows have always appeared mystical to us. Who could blame us? Rainbows are both lovely and mysterious. This holiday affords us the opportunity to explore and appreciate one of nature’s greatest wonders.
History of National Find a Rainbow Day
Rainbows result from the reflection, refraction, and dispersion of light in water, which causes a visible spectrum of light to appear in the sky as a multicoloured arc. They always appear on the opposite side of the sky from the sun.
Rainbows are not necessarily located at a particular distance from where they are observed. They are an optical illusion when viewed from a specific angle relative to a light source, meaning that the closer you try to get, the further away it appears. Even if a person appears to be standing directly beneath the rainbow, they will see a different rainbow in the distance. Rainbows are visions, they are only illusions, and they have nothing to hide, to quote Kermit the Frog.
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In 1979, Paul Williams and Kenneth Ascher composed the iconic “Rainbow Connection” performed by Kermit the Frog (Jim Henson) in The Muppet Movie, thereby creating a new favourite song for many young children and adults. Henson instructed that the opening scene should feature Kermit playing the banjo and singing while sitting alone. Williams and Ascher composed the majority of the song quickly, but struggled with the chorus. While describing their dilemma to Williams’ then-wife Kate over dinner, they said they needed a phrase that would “provide a rainbow connection.” However, as they were describing it, they realised that “rainbow connection” was the exact phrase they required. Essentially, rainbows are magical in addition to being scientific. This is the rainbow’s link.
Activities on National Find a Rainbow Day
Try to Locate a Rainbow
A day that is slightly humid but sunny is ideal for spotting a rainbow. If you stand with your back to the sun and look to the horizon, you may be able to see a magnificent rainbow.
Create One’s Own Rainbow
Perhaps the day is too bright, and you cannot seem to find a rainbow. You can easily create your own! A light mist from a water hose that catches the sun at a particular angle can create its own rainbow. You can also make tie-dyed shirts or rainbow-hued cupcakes to add a splash of colour to your day.
Celebrate LGBTQ+ Events
Rainbows are a source of pride and expression for the LGBTQ+ community; if you can’t find one in nature, celebrate your own pride or be an ally.
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5 FACTS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT RAINBOWS
Real Double Rainbows Exist
Technically, all rainbows are double rainbows; the second arch is simply too faint to be seen. If there is more water, the second arch will appear, creating a double rainbow.
Actually, rainbows are circular
Complete rainbows are only visible from the air. The interference of the ground gives it a more arc-like shape.
There is a Rainbow Goddess.
Iris was the name of an Ancient Greek goddess devoted to rainbows. Arcus is her ancient Roman name.
Refraction is precisely 42 degrees.
When light bends airborne water droplets at precisely 42 degrees, we see a rainbow.
Hawaii has the greatest number of rainbows.
Hawaii sees more rainbows than anywhere else on earth due to its tropical climate.
WHY WE APPRECIATE NATIONAL FIND A RAINBOW DAY
Increases our contact with nature
This holiday encourages us to spend more time outdoors, allowing us to discover everything nature has to offer, including beautiful rainbows.
Creates a More Jovial Day
Rainbows are always awe-inspiring and fantastical; searching for them brightens the day and stimulates our imagination.
Makes the Day More Vibrant
This holiday gives us the perfect opportunity to make rainbow-colored treats or dress as a rainbow when the days are dreary and tedious. If you cannot find a rainbow, be one!
NATIONAL FIND A RAINBOW DAY DATES:
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | April 3 | Monday |
| 2024 | April 3 | Wednesday |
| 2025 | April 3 | Thursday |
| 2026 | April 3 | Friday |
| 2027 | April 3 | Saturday |
