parhelic
/pɑrˈhilɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or resembling a parhelion (a bright spot in the sky caused by sunlight passing through ice crystals, also called a sundog).
- The parhelic effect created two bright spots on either side of the sun.
- Ancient sailors interpreted parhelic phenomena as omens of changing weather.
- Photographers often wait for parhelic conditions to capture dramatic sky images.