Explore the fascinating world of rainbows in this 49-minute AGU Fall Meeting 2015 press conference. Delve into a new classification system for rainbows, developed from analyzing hundreds of images, which provides insights into the variations in hue and width of color bands. Learn about the components of rainbows, ray optics, secondary bows, and supernumerary bows. Discover the history of rainbow studies, scientific interests, and the impact of factors like particle pollution on rainbow appearance. Gain understanding of the relationship between rainbow diameter and temperature, and explore intriguing concepts such as the rainbow bridge, red bows, and the mythical pot of gold. Join research scientist Jean Ricard from Météo-France as he presents this comprehensive look at the science behind these captivating natural phenomena.