Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Andromeda in Southern Spring

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 23, 2026 is “Andromeda in Southern Spring,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Lucy Yunxi Hu). The original explanation runs about 135 words.

The Andromeda galaxy above rolling hills.
Credit & Copyright: Lucy Yunxi Hu Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Looking toward the north from Mullion, New South Wales, Australia, the Andromeda Galaxy never gets more than a few degrees above the horizon. During the southern hemisphere spring, Andromeda is highest in the sky around midnight though.”

— APOD editors, October 23, 2026

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
October 23, 2026
Type
Image
Credit
Credit & Copyright: Lucy Yunxi Hu
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 135 words

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