Mars: “Whaaaasupppppp”
Jupiter: “Wazzzzzuppp”
Moon: “Wasssssuuup”
Mars is visible this month high in the southern sky moving eastward; it is best seen in the early morning before sunrise. Later in the month, Mars will appear to form a triangle in the sky with the stars Aldebaran and Betelgeuse.
Jupiter is highly visible, as it is in opposition this month: on the 11th, you’ll see it hanging out with the Moon, making for a great viewing opportunity to observe them together through binoculars. Finally, Sept. 23 brings the equinox marking the start of fall in the Northern Hemisphere and spring in the Southern Hemisphere.
You can read our full skywatching guide and see What’s Up in September at go.nasa.gov/whatsup
Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech
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Hello, September skies! 🤩
This month will feature Mars high in the south before sunrise, a prime time to view Jupiter, and the equinox.
Grab a pair of binoculars when you take a look at Jupiter, which will be visible under clear night skies. With the help of the binoculars, you can see the gas giant’s four large moons as little starlike points of light.
Then Sept. 23 is the equinox, which marks the start of fall in the Northern Hemisphere and spring in the Southern Hemisphere.
Head to our link in bio for more skywatching tips: go.nasa.gov/3zLnOgh
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☄️Perseid's Meteor Shower Guide - Peak 12th August☄️
This year's Perseids ☄️ will peak from midnight on Friday August 12th into the wee hours of Saturday 13th.
A low full Moon 🌕 will brighten the sky somewhat and spoil views of fainter shooting stars but this shouldn't stop you heading out for a look if skies are clear, as moderate to bright meteors will still be visible. There's also a lovely string of low planets towards the East you might see, which makes the outing worthwhile. Plus the full Moon itself always lends views of the night sky with a unique atmosphere.✨👀🌌💭
The later you can stay out after midnight the lower the Moon will set westwards and the better the conditions, until the Sun starts to appear north of east, bringing dawn light.🌄
Of course it's not only about the peak and if your skies are clear in the days before and after Friday do go out and look up as although rates will be lower the overall span of the Perseids is actually a few weeks in total.
You don't need any special equipment for meteor showers. Just a good wide expanse of open sky, some clear skies and minimal street lighting. You also don't need to look at the radiant as shooting stars when spotted will appear to come from all directions.
Don't expect too much or you'll be disappointed. Even under the best conditions rates can be low but occasionally the Perseids can put on unexpectedly good show, so you never know. Just enjoy being outside under an open sky and good luck.
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Take to the skies in July! 💫
This month, if you’re awake at dawn, you can spot #Venus, #Mars, #Jupiter, and #Saturn with just your eyes. Venus appears lower in the sky, and the planets will be accompanied by the bright #stars Capella, Aldebaran, and Fomalhaut.
You also can try to spot #Sirius, the brightest star in the sky. This twinkling light inspired the phrase “dog days of summer” when it was believed, in ancient times, that it caused the summer heat. Today, we know the only star close enough to affect #Earth is the #Sun.
If you look southward on July nights, you’ll notice a sky brimming with stars. Facing that direction at night this time of year means you’re looking toward the center of our #MilkyWay#galaxy.
Find more #skywatching tips at the link in bio. go.nasa.gov/3zLnOgh
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Under the same sky, looking at the same Moon 🌝
The Moon sets below the Earth’s horizon as the atmosphere refracts, or bends, its light making it appear flatter in this photograph taken from the International Space Station (@ISS) as it orbited 261 miles (421 km) above the Himalayas near Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal.
Did you look up this morning? Our crescent moon joined the line-up of four planets visible to the naked eye in the dawn skies. Over the next few months, Saturn, Mars, Jupiter, and Venus will appear to increasingly spread out across the morning sky, so much so that Venus and Saturn will make their exits as morning objects for most observers by September.
Set your alarms early to enjoy this planetary parade in the morning sky 💫
Credit: NASA
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What's Up - April 2022
Two planetary pairings will make April mornings special – Mars & Saturn, and Venus & Jupiter. See more at solarsystem.nasa.gov/skywatching
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