Meteor above Mountain Wave over Colorado
In meteorology, a standing wave refers to a wave that remains stationary in a moving fluid, often seen in atmospheric conditions. Mountain waves are oscillations of airflow that form on the leeward side of a mountain range, where winds descend after crossing the peak, creating a stationary wave pattern.
Meteors are normally visible in the sky for just a few seconds, so it takes skill and a bit of luck to capture one on camera. Events like meteors, also known as shooting stars, happen a lot closer to Earth than you might think. Meteors typically become visible to the naked eye about 75–120 km (47–75 miles) above Earth’s surface. They usually disintegrate as they travel through the atmosphere at altitudes of 50–95 km (31–59 miles).
Colorado is a state in the Western United States. It is one of the Mountain states, and Southwestern region of the United States, sharing the Four Corners region with Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah. It is also bordered by Wyoming to the north, Nebraska to the northeast, Kansas to the east, and Oklahoma to the Southeast.
Image Details: Sony ILCE-7RM3
Image Date: Oct. 29, 2026
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