Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Sunset Analemma
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 21, 2019 is “Sunset Analemma,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Marcella Giulia Pace). The original explanation runs about 167 words.
From the explanation
“Today, the solstice is at 15:54 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, 2019
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- June 21, 2019
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Marcella Giulia Pace
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 167 words