Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Perseid Outburst at Westmeath Lookout

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 24, 2021 is “Perseid Outburst at Westmeath Lookout,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Pierre Martin). The original explanation runs about 150 words.

Perseid Outburst at Westmeath Lookout
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Pierre Martin Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“This year an outburst of Perseid meteors surprised skywatchers. The reliable meteor shower’s peak was predicted for the night of August 12/13.”

— APOD editors, September 24, 2021

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
September 24, 2021
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Pierre Martin
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 150 words

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Source

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