Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A Solstice Sunset Self Portrait

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 21, 2013 is “A Solstice Sunset Self Portrait,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Danilo Pivato). The original explanation runs about 122 words.

A Solstice Sunset Self Portrait
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Danilo Pivato Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Today, the solstice is at 05:04 Universal Time , the Sun reaching the northernmost declination in its yearly journey through planet Earth’s sky . A June solstice marks the astronomical beginning of summer in the northern hemisphere and winter in the south.”

— APOD editors, June 21, 2013

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
June 21, 2013
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Danilo Pivato
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 122 words

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