Dreaming of a rainbow is good news for sure! Enjoy the good phase!

The rainbow is one of the meteorological phenomena with the most mystical meanings in cultures around the world. But and dreaming of rainbows, what can it mean?

In the Americas, it is said to be a serpent that takes away the rains – therefore, it is frowned upon by farmers. In Ireland, however, it is seen with affection, as they say that at the end of this colorful arch there is a leprechaun who guards a pot of gold. There are also those who say that whoever passes under the rainbow changes sex, and changes back if they go again in the opposite direction.

When this signal comes from your unconscious, the messages are linked to what you are experiencing at this specific time in your life. The context of the dream says a lot about its meaning, so it is important to note factors such as whether you are heading towards the rainbow or against it, if there is someone in the dream with you, where you are when you see this phenomenon.

On the other hand, you should also analyze what is happening in your life. Transition phases, or when unexpected things happen, can awaken in your unconscious a dream with a rainbow. Read on to find out exactly what it means to dream about rainbows at night.

What does it mean to dream of a rainbow

In general, in dreams, the rainbow is related to the occurrence of an event that is out of your routine, something unexpected and surprising. Very often, this dream is linked to events that have the potential to completely change your life.

Some examples can be a change of job, or a change of city, or even an unplanned but very dear pregnancy. Due to its shape, the rainbow has a symbology linked to bridges, that is, it represents a passage from one point to another in life.

Therefore, when it appears in the dream, the rainbow indicates that there is something to be revealed. Another possibility is your unconscious manifesting that a recent event in your life will have great repercussions in all aspects.

The interpretation of this dream — whether it is positive or negative — will depend a lot on how you deal with change. If you are a detached person, who is not afraid to give up certain things and open up to others, the rainbow certainly announces a happy phase.

On the other hand, if you are a person with a greater need for security and control, who have difficulty adapting to the new, this dream can bring some anguish due to the uncertainty of what lies ahead.

In all cases, always remember that no one has complete control over every aspect of life. Things happen despite our will, and it’s how we deal with them that dictates whether we’re going to go through the changes well or if we’re going to suffer with them.

Psychologist and author Brené Brown has a TED talk that has become a phenomenon on this topic. Watch:

What does it mean to dream of colorful rainbows?

The rainbow is formed when the sun illuminates the moisture suspended in the air. After a heavy rain, the air is full of water vapor particles. When the sun’s rays hit these particles, the sunlight is deflected and broken down into seven different wavelengths. Our eyes read it like all the seven colors of the rainbow.

During sleep, dreaming of a colorful rainbow is a good omen. Each color can be interpreted as a different field of life (love, profession, friendships, money, etc.). All these fields appear in your dream in a balanced, side by side and bright way.

This could mean that you are about to enter a very good phase in life. It may be that a turbulent period is ending, or that you have found answers to problems that were causing some imbalance in your routine. What matters is that, from now on, everything has a great chance of running in greater harmony.

Dream about rainbows and rain

In nature, for a rainbow to form, there must have been a heavy rain beforehand. The colorful phenomenon can be interpreted as the calm that comes after the storm, literally bringing new weather.

In dreams, water is related to cleansing and purification. If in your dream the rain and the rainbow appeared together, it could mean that you are near the end of a difficult period in life. Finally, the water has washed away the problems, and you will have a phase of greater harmony and joy ahead. You can celebrate, good things are coming!

See in our post what it means to dream about rain and water:

In all cases, dreaming of a rainbow has a meaning that is related to a new phase of life about to begin. It may be that you have everything under control and are excited for the near future. It may be that these changes cause a little insecurity and discomfort.

Whatever the case, you can consult with one of our esotericians to better understand the paths that will open up in front of you and how to walk along them. At , you can choose your guide using different filters: different types of tarot, specialties and approaches. You can also opt for a consultation by phone, email or even chat. Our esotericians are trained to embrace your insecurities and help you find the best way forward. Make an inquiry!