Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Northern Lights, West Virginia

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 12, 2024 is “Northern Lights, West Virginia,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Jonathan Eggleston). The original explanation runs about 132 words.

Northern Lights, West Virginia
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Jonathan Eggleston Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“A gravel country lane gently winds through this colorful rural night skyscape. Captured from Monroe County in southern West Virginia on the evening of October 10, the starry sky above is a familiar sight.”

— APOD editors, October 12, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
October 12, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Jonathan Eggleston
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 132 words

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