It sounds like a myth, but it’s pure physics. If an artillery crew fires a gun at night using the exact same calculations they used during the day, the shell will almost always land short of the target. In this video, we break down the hidden environmental science behind ballistics—from how dropping nighttime temperatures create denser, high-friction air that physically slows projectiles down, to the way cold propellant powder changes muzzle velocity. Discover why modern crews must constantly rely on fresh meteorological data to stay accurate when the sun goes down. Hit subscribe for more deep dives into the science of military technology!
