• GRENADE_MAGNET@lemmy.worldOP
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      11 months ago

      It is at sunset but I think the term is due to them appearing opposite of the sun. This pic was taken facing East with the sun setting in the West.

      Crepuscular rays are a thing too but appear in the same direction as the sun.