Author Archives: Erin Sanders

Sun Glint During the Southern Hemisphere’s Summer Solstice

Posted on December 22, 2023 by Erin Sanders

By Erin Sanders and Bernie Connell This year the second solstice occurred on December 21, 2023.  In Earth’s Northern Hemisphere this marks the start of astronomical winter and is the shortest day of the year in terms of possible daylight.  … Continue reading →

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How far north can we see sun glint in GOES satellite imagery?

Posted on August 2, 2021 by Erin Sanders

By Bernie Connell and Erin Sanders Sun glint is an optical phenomenon that can be seen in visible and near-IR satellite imagery over water features such as ocean, lakes, and rivers.  Its presence depends on the geometry between Sun, Earth, … Continue reading →

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