Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 22, 2023

In Green Company: Aurora over Norway

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 22, 2023 is “In Green Company: Aurora over Norway,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Max Rive). The original explanation runs about 131 words.

A person stands on a steep snow-covered hill with their arms raised. In the distance green aurora are visible. Past that stars are visible. Please see the explanation for more detailed information. — Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Max Rive Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Raise your arms if you see an aurora. With those instructions, two nights went by with, well, clouds — mostly.”

— APOD editors, January 22, 2023

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 22, 2023
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Max Rive
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 131 words