Tag: solar eclipse

Spectacular! Moon and Venus before sunrise

Over these next few days – December 11, 12 and 13, 2090 – watch for the waning crescent moon to pass by the dazzling planet Venus. Source: https://earthsky.org/tonight/spectacular-moon-and-venus-before-sunrise…

South American total solar eclipse December 14

The new moon moves smack-dab in front of the sun on December 14, 2020, to present this year’s one and only total eclipse of the sun. Source: https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/south-american-total-solar-eclipse-december-14…

Why not an eclipse at every full and new moon?

In 2020, there are 12 new moons and 13 full moons, but only 6 eclipses – 2 solar and 4 lunar. Source: https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/why-isnt-there-an-eclipse-every-full-moon…

How to use EarthSky’s lunar calendar

It’s beautiful. It’s the best gift ever! And it’ll help you get in touch with nature. What more could you ask? Read the 6 tips below and enjoy your moon calendar! Source: https://earthsky.org/space/how-to-use-the-earthsky-lunar-calendar…

What’s the youngest moon you can see with your eye alone?

It has long been a sport for skywatchers to spot the youngest possible crescent moon after sunset, with the eye alone. What does it take to see a very young moon? Details here. Source: https://earthsky.org/space/what-is-the-youngest-moon-you-can-see-with-your-eye-alone…

Eclipse? What eclipse?

Even experienced observers say they couldn’t discern the Earth’s shadow on the moon during the partial penumbral eclipse of July 4-5, 2020. Source: https://earthsky.org/todays-image/photos-partial-penumbral-eclipse-july-4-5-2020…

Young moon after sunset June 22, 23 and 24

These next several days – June 22, 23 and 24, 2020 – watch for the young waxing crescent moon to adorn the western evening dusk. Source: https://earthsky.org/tonight/young-moon-after-sunset-june-22-23-and-24…