Jupiter, the largest planet in the Solar System, takes center stage in this stunning view. Its swirling cloud bands and intricate patterns reveal the dynamic nature of the planet’s atmosphere. The iconic Great Red Spot (GRS), a massive anticyclonic storm larger than Earth, dominates the southern hemisphere, showcasing its deep reddish hues and turbulent surroundings.

Captured from Rome, Italy, using high-resolution imaging techniques, this view highlights Jupiter’s immense scale and complex weather systems. The contrast between the GRS and the adjacent bright and dark cloud zones provides a vivid snapshot of the gas giant’s ongoing atmospheric activity, a spectacle that has fascinated astronomers for centuries.

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Jupiter can be even more dynamic in regions close to storms. Here we can observe the variation in the atmosphere close to GRS in an interval of only 3 days. The gas giant's best sighting season has just begun!

Celestron C8 @ f/20, ASI290, orhto 7mm, uv-ir cut

Copyright: Carlos Alberto Palhares