Karman Vortex Collection

Dust storm off West Africa
July 8, 2010 - Dust storm off West Africa

Satellite view of the Outer Aleutian Islands
June 2, 2010 - Satellite view of the Outer Aleutian Islands

Cloud vortices in the area of the Canary Islands in the North Atlantic Ocean
May 16, 2009 - A nadir view of cloud vortices in the area of the Canary Islands in the North Atlantic Ocean

Unusual cloud patterns surrounding Guadalupe Island in the Pacific Ocean
August 24, 2013 - Unusual cloud patterns surrounding Guadalupe Island in the Pacific Ocean (left center). These are the result of a ubiquitous occurrence in the motion of fluids, a vortex street

Von Karmann cloud vortices off the coast of Cheju Do
December 26, 2009 - Von Karman cloud vortices off the coast of Cheju Do. Cheju Do is an island off the southwest coast of South Korea, its nearly invisible here beneath the cloud cover

Clouds over the Juan Fernandez Islands form into vortices
January 20, 2010 - Clouds over the Juan Fernandez Islands form into vortices. Turbulence, caused by the wind passing over the highest point of each island

Cloud vortices and glory off Guadalupe Island, Mexico
July 6, 2009 - Cloud vortices and glory off Guadalupe Island, Mexico

Cloud vortices off Cheju Do, South Korea
December 25, 2008 - Von Karmann cloud vortices off the coast of Cheju Do, South Korea. Cheju Do is an island off the southwest coast of South Korea, its nearly invisible here beneath the cloud cover

Cloud vortices off Jan Mayen Island, Greenland Sea
February 24, 2009 - Cloud vortices off Jan Mayen Island, Greenland Sea

Cloud patterns visible over the Aleutian Islands
March 14, 2010 - Interesting cloud patterns visible over the Aleutian Islands. Turbulence, caused by the wind passing over the highest points of the islands

Cloud vortices over the Cape Verde islands
January 5, 2005 - Low-level winds rushing over the Cape Verde Islands off the coast of northwestern Africa created cloud vortex streets

Glory over the Pacific Ocean
May 20, 2008 - A deck of clouds over the Pacific Ocean. The ring-shaped, rainbow-like phenomenon, known as a glory, appears through the length of the center of this image

Cloud vortex streets off the coast of northwestern Africa
May 15, 2009 -Low-level winds rushing over the Cape Verde Islands off the coast of northwestern Africa created cloud vortex streets which share this scene with the top of the Hubble Space Telescope

A glory is seen above a layer of stratocumulus clouds over the Pacific Ocean
June 21, 2012 - A layer of stratocumulus clouds over the Pacific Ocean served as the backdrop for this rainbow-like optical phenomenon known as a glory

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"Unveiling the Mystical Karman Vortex: Nature's Whirling Masterpieces" From dust storms off West Africa to satellite views of the Outer Aleutian Islands, our planet never ceases to amaze with its captivating phenomena. One such awe-inspiring spectacle is the enigmatic Karman vortex, a mesmerizing display of swirling clouds and atmospheric wonders. In the vast expanse of the North Atlantic Ocean, cloud vortices dance gracefully around the Canary Islands, their ethereal beauty leaving us spellbound. Meanwhile, Guadalupe Island in the Pacific Ocean boasts unusual cloud patterns that form into intricate vortices—an artistic masterpiece painted across an azure canvas. Off the coast of Cheju Do in South Korea and Jan Mayen Island in Greenland Sea, Von Karmann cloud vortices take center stage. These majestic formations command attention as they twist and turn through the heavens above, showcasing nature's boundless creativity. Over Juan Fernandez Islands and Cape Verde islands alike, clouds gather into breathtaking vortices—nature's very own whirlpools suspended in mid-air. Their hypnotic motion leaves us captivated by their sheer elegance. As if these celestial marvels weren't enough to leave us awestruck, glory graces our skies over Guadalupe Island and stretches across vast expanses of Pacific Ocean waters. This radiant phenomenon paints a vivid picture—a kaleidoscope of colors shimmering against a backdrop of endless blue. The Karman vortex reminds us that even amidst chaos and uncertainty, there exists unparalleled beauty waiting to be discovered. It serves as a gentle reminder that nature holds secrets beyond our comprehension—unveiling them one swirling masterpiece at a time. So let your gaze wander skyward; embrace these celestial ballets unfolding before your eyes. Allow yourself to be swept away by this symphony of clouds—the harmonious choreography orchestrated by Mother Earth herself.