The sky on
your birthday.
The Clouds of Jupiter
Jupiter's colorful cloud bands are a mystery, given its cold temperatures and hydrogen-helium composition. The blue, orange, and brown hues, along with the salmon-colored Great Red Spot, are hard to explain. Some theories suggest that trace amounts of more colorful hydrogen compounds or sulfur may be responsible for the appearance. The planet's rapid rotation also creates the distinct banded structure.
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Released on your day
Space pictures released on your month and day in other years, or a few days either side. Each one is sharp enough to print as a poster.
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Released on 20 September 2017 Wide-field image of the sky around U Antliae See it as a poster -
Released on 20 September 2005 Scarp at Head of Chasma Boreale See it as a poster -
Released on 20 September 2023 Methane Discovered on Distant Exoplanet See it as a poster -
Released on 20 September 2016 The Helix Nebula in Infrared See it as a poster -
Released on 20 September 2022 Hurricane Fiona is pictured from the International Space Station as it orbited 259 miles above the Atlantic Ocean north See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 20 SEP 1997 falls under Virgo (♍). The sign's window runs from 08-23 through 09-22. Virgo is the largest zodiac constellation, holding the heart of the Virgo galaxy cluster. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 20 SEP 1997.
Questions about September 20, 1997
What space photo was released on September 20, 1997?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 20, 1997 was "The Clouds of Jupiter". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on September 20, 1997?
A waning gibbous moon, about 88% lit.
What day of the week was September 20, 1997?
September 20, 1997 was a Saturday, day 263 of the 365 days in 1997.
Is it free?
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