Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Firefall by Moonlight

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 7, 2022 is “Firefall by Moonlight,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Tara Mostofi). The original explanation runs about 144 words.

Firefall by Moonlight
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Tara Mostofi Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“On certain dates in February, an elusive firefall can be spotted at sunset in Yosemite National Park , when water flows, the weather cooperates and the direction to the setting Sun is just right.”

— APOD editors, May 7, 2022

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
May 7, 2022
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Tara Mostofi
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 144 words

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The MoonThe Sun

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Source

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