Sand snow

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-010736",
  "term": "Sand snow",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A type of snow that forms when supercooled water droplets freeze onto sand particles suspended in the atmosphere. This process creates snow crystals with a sandy texture and appearance, often occurring in arid or semi-arid regions where strong winds can loft sand into cold, moist air masses. These unique snow formations can impact surface albedo and local hydrological cycles.",
  "see_also": [
    "wild snow"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/sand-snow/"
}