5 Tips for Spotting Rainbows from a High Tower

Go in spring or fall These seasons offer the best mix of rain showers and low sun angles, giving you the highest chance of seeing a rainbow.

Aim for late afternoon The sun needs to be under 42 degrees above the horizon, which happens between 3 PM and sunset.

Look for a mix of sun and showers Rainbows form when the sun is behind you and rain is in front. Scattered showers with sunny breaks are ideal.

Avoid summer afternoons The sun is often too high, making rainbows lower or invisible. Winter has too few rain showers.

Accept that you won’t see one every time Even with perfect conditions, rainbows are not guaranteed. But your odds are best with the right timing and weather.