EVENT LIST
Full Moon
The full moon occurs at 7:19 a.m. on Nov. 5th and is opposite the sun in its orbit around Earth. Its sunlit side is entirely visible from Earth. The moon … Continue reading Full Moon
Leonid Meteor Shower Peak
The Leonid meteor shower peaks on the night of Novenber 16/17. The moon doesn't rise until a couple of hours before sunrise on the 17th making for good conditions for … Continue reading Leonid Meteor Shower Peak
New Moon
The new moon occurs at 12:47 a.m. on Nov. 20th when the moon is in between the Earth and the Sun on its orbital path. The new moon is described … Continue reading New Moon
Uranus at Opposition
The blue-green planet will be at its closest approach to Earth and its face will be fully illuminated by the Sun. It will be brighter than any other time of … Continue reading Uranus at Opposition
Full Moon
A full moon is opposite the sun in its orbit around Earth. Its sunlit side is entirely visible from Earth. The moon appears full to the eye for two to … Continue reading Full Moon
Geminid Meteor Shower Peak
The Geminid meteor shower should be the best shower of 2025 as the Moon with be out of the way. Start watching for meteors around sunset on the 13th and … Continue reading Geminid Meteor Shower Peak
New Moon
The new moon happens on Dec. 19th at 7:43 p.m. and when the moon is in between the Earth and the Sun on its orbital path. The new moon is … Continue reading New Moon
December Solstice
The Winter Solstice happens when the sun's zenith is at its furthest point from the equator. On the December solstice, it reaches its southernmost point. When this occurs the sun … Continue reading December Solstice