Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Green Aurora over Sweden

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 22, 2024 is “Green Aurora over Sweden,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Göran Strand). The original explanation runs about 152 words.

A big green arc is seen arching across the night sky. The arc fades away above into a green haze, while no green glow is seen below the arc. A dark sky filled with stars and constellations fills the background. Snow and distant trees line t
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Göran Strand Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“It was bright and green and stretched across the sky. This striking aurora display was captured in 2016 just outside of Östersund , Sweden .”

— APOD editors, May 22, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
May 22, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Göran Strand
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 152 words

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