Virga

Virga is precipitation that falls from clouds but evaporates before reaching the ground, appearing as wispy streaks or curtains hanging from the cloud base. For outdoor enthusiasts, virga is commonly observed in arid and semi-arid regions, often creating dramatic visual displays against desert landscapes or mountain ranges. While it may look like rain from a distance, virga provides no actual moisture to hikers or campers below, making it important to distinguish from true precipitation when assessing weather conditions and water availability during outdoor activities.