The sky on
your birthday.
Aurora From Space
From the International Space Station, auroras look different than they do from the ground. The ISS orbits at the same height as many auroras, sometimes flying above them, sometimes through them. Science Officer Don Pettit captured this green aurora from the station, showing the ethereal glow from a unique perspective.
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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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The Earth on your day The Earth on 8 April 2003 · Bahamas See it as a poster -
Released on 8 April 2011 WISE Eyes Evolution of Massive Stars See it as a poster -
Released on 8 April 2024 Take a tour of the stunning Gum 41 nebula See it as a poster -
Released on 8 April 2015 The sky around the young star MWC 480 See it as a poster -
Released on 8 April 2023 M100: A Grand Design Spiral Galaxy See it as a poster -
Released on 8 April 2024 Hidden in a dark cloud See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 8 APR 2003 falls under Aries (♈). The sign's window runs from 03-21 through 04-19. Aries is the constellation traditionally tied to spring's arrival in the northern hemisphere. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 8 APR 2003.
Questions about April 8, 2003
What space photo was released on April 8, 2003?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 8, 2003 was "Aurora From Space". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on April 8, 2003?
A first quarter moon, about 41% lit.
What day of the week was April 8, 2003?
April 8, 2003 was a Tuesday, day 98 of the 365 days in 2003.
What did the Sun and the Earth look like on April 8, 2003?
NASA's Terra satellite photographed the whole Earth that day. It's on this page, next to the card.
Is it free?
Yes. Seeing, sharing and downloading the card is free, and there's no account to make.