Giant Snowflakes

The world's largest snowflake was recorded in Fort Keogh, Montana, on January 28, 1887. It was measured by ranch owner Matt Coleman to be 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.

Coleman described the snowflake as being "larger than milk pans." He also said that it was so heavy that it fell to the ground with a thud.

For snowflakes to grow large, the air needs to be very cold and moist. The temperature needs to be below freezing, and the air needs to be saturated with water vapor. The snowflakes also need to fall slowly so that they have time to grow.

Giant snowflakes are rare, but they have been observed in other parts of the world, including Siberia and Japan. In 2011, a group of scientists in Japan observed a snowflake that was over 6 inches wide.

Giant snowflakes are a reminder of the beauty and wonder of nature.

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