Netizen captures photo of rainbow-colored sun halo in Bulacan

A netizen captured a photo of a sun halo on Saturday afternoon in Baliwag, Bulacan.

Taken by YouScooper Evelyn Lapeña, the photo shows a rainbow-colored halo around the sun.

Evelyn said she took the photo at 12:58 pm using her phone.

According to EarthSky, sun halos are caused by high cirrus clouds which contain tiny ice crystals that refract and reflect light.

Scientists call this ring of light a 22-degree halo, as the radius of the circle is approximately 22 degrees.

Word of caution: take great care when photographing the sun. Avoid looking directly as it may damage your eyes. Consider using special equipment such as solar filters to keep yourself safe.

—MGP, GMA News