Rainbows are actually full circles, but we typically only see them as semicircles because the ground blocks the lower half; however, from elevated positions like airplanes or high mountains, or by creating mist with a garden hose, one can observe the complete circular rainbow.
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Did you know that rainbows are actually full circles?Added:
Did you know that rainbows are actually full circles?
We only see them as semicircles because the ground gets in the way and blocks the lower half.
If you were looking down from an airplane or a very high mountain, you might have the chance to see a perfect full circle rainbow.
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