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Time of India
10-08-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Rare planet parade graces the skies this weekend- where and when to watch in the US
Skywatchers are in for a rare celestial treat this Sunday, August 10, 2025, as six planets will appear to line up in a dazzling 'planet parade' across the pre-dawn sky. According to USA Today, this will be the final planetary alignment of the year, with Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, and Saturn bright enough to be seen without special equipment, while Uranus and Neptune will require binoculars or a telescope. The best viewing time will be roughly an hour before sunrise, when the planets are visible low on the eastern horizon. A planetary alignment, sometimes called a 'planet parade', occurs when several planets cluster on the same side of the Sun along the ecliptic, giving the illusion of a straight line from Earth's perspective, according to NASA. While stunning to observe, these alignments are short-lived, as each planet moves at a different orbital speed. Best time and place to watch in the US In New Jersey, where sunrise on August 10 is at approximately 6 a.m., stargazers should begin looking east around 5 a.m., reports National World. Mercury will rise shortly before sunrise near the Cancer constellation, with Jupiter and Venus slightly higher and to the right. Saturn will shine farther along the horizon with a steady yellowish glow, while Uranus (in Taurus) and Neptune (in Pisces) will require optical aid to spot. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like TV providers are furious: this gadget gives you access to all channels Techno Mag Learn More Undo A bonus event Two days later, on August 12, Starwalk notes that Jupiter and Venus will reach their closest alignment of the year, known as a conjunction, appearing so close together that both could be covered by your little finger held at arm's length. Uranus will still be visible higher in the sky with binoculars or a telescope, with Neptune and Saturn nearby in Pisces. Mark your calendar for the next alignment For those eager for the next big celestial show, Starwalk confirms the next multi-planet alignment will occur on February 28, 2026, featuring Mercury, Venus, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus, and Jupiter together in the night sky. Once the planets rise above the horizon on August 10, viewers in the Northern Hemisphere will spot Neptune and Saturn positioned toward the southwest, roughly 40° above the horizon, with Uranus appearing farther over to the southeast at about 55° above the horizon.
Time of India
10-08-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Last planet parade of 2025 happening today? How to watch the rare planetary alignment in the US
Planet parade 2025: You can see a 'planet parade' building in the eastern sky before sunrise featuring Saturn, Jupiter, Venus and Mercury. Best seen about an hour before sunrise, on Monday, Aug. 11, Saturn will be visible in the south, with bright planets Jupiter and Venus in the east. The next 'planet parade' isn't until October 2028, when five planets will be visible together before sunrise. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads How to watch planet parade in US? Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads How does the planetary alignment made? Skygazers will revel in a dazzling display as a six "planet parade" dances across the sky on Sunday, August 10. The final 'planet parade' of the year will feature six planets aligning in the pre-dawn sky today. planetary alignment , casually called a 'planet parade,' occurs when several planets gather closely on one side of the sun at the same time, according to USA Today. Six planets will align on August 10 with four of them easily visible from the naked eye. Mercury, Venus, Jupiter and Saturn will be bright enough to be seen without a telescope in the hour before sky enthusiasts and sky gazers will need a telescope or binoculars to see Uranus and Neptune. The planets will be visible on the eastern horizon, and Mercury will rise shortly before sunrise near the Cancer constellation, so it's best to start looking about an hour before the sun comes up, according to National Mercury, Venus, Jupiter and Saturn will be bright enough to be seen without a telescope in the hour before sunrise, but stargazers will need a telescope or binoculars to see Uranus and in New Jersey on Aug. 10 will be around 6 a.m. Four of them will be visible to the naked eye — Venus, Jupiter, Saturn and Mercury —while Uranus and Neptune will only be visible with binoculars or a planets will be visible on the eastern horizon, and Mercury will rise shortly before sunrise near the Cancer constellation, so it's best to start looking about an hour before the sun comes August 12, Jupiter and Venus will appear slightly higher and to the right of Mercury, positioned right beside each other in the night sky. This marks their closest alignment of the year, known as a to the right and highest in the sky will be Uranus, which is best spotted using binoculars or a telescope and below and to the right of Uranus, you'll find Neptune and an hour before sunrise on Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025, look in the eastern horizon. Mercury will rise shortly before sunrise and stay closest to the sun in the constellation Cancer. Higher in the sky, Jupiter, the second brightest planet, and Venus, will be to the right of to Starwalk, Venus and Jupiter will make their closest approach of the year on Aug. 12 — enough to cover both planets with your little finger at arm's to the right and highest in the sky will be Uranus (in Taurus). You'll need at least a pair of binoculars to view to the right, you'll need binoculars to spot Neptune (in Pisces) and nearby Saturn (also in Pisces). Saturn will appear to have a steady, yellowish glow, setting it apart from other planets orbit the sun continuously in the solar system. But at times, they slowly catch up to each other as they travel along the same path, or ecliptic, as they pass Earth, it appears they are aligned, according to NASA. The alignment formation, however, will be short-lived because each planet moves at different to Starwalk, the next alignment will occur on February 28, 2026 when Mercury, Venus, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Jupiter align in the sky. Once these planets are above the horizon on August 10, if you're in the northern hemisphere, you will see Neptune and Saturn to the southwest (about 40 degrees above the horizon), followed by Uranus to the southeast (about 55 degrees above the horizon).
USA Today
09-08-2025
- Science
- USA Today
The final planet parade of 2025 starts this weekend: Here's how you can view it
The final 'planet parade' of the year will feature six planets aligning in the pre-dawn sky on Sunday, August 10. A planetary alignment, casually called a 'planet parade,' occurs when several planets gather closely on one side of the sun at the same time. Mercury, Venus, Jupiter and Saturn will be bright enough to be seen without a telescope in the hour before sunrise, but stargazers will need a telescope or binoculars to see Uranus and Neptune. Find out more about viewing the event, and the science behind planetary alignments: Alongside the planets will be a nearly-full 'sturgeon moon' that will reach peak illumination on August 9. The planet parade will also be followed by the Perseid meteor shower, which will peak on the evenings of August 12 and 13. Where to look for the planetary alignment The planets will be visible on the eastern horizon, and Mercury will rise shortly before sunrise near the Cancer constellation, so it's best to start looking about an hour before the sun comes up. Jupiter and Venus will be a bit higher to the right of Mercury and will be right next to each other. They form their closest approach of the year, known as a conjunction, on August 12. Uranus will be the highest in the sky to the right of Mercury, Jupiter and Venus, but is best viewed with binoculars or a telescope. Then Neptune and Saturn will be a bit below and to the right of Uranus. They might be more difficult to see due to the brightness of the full moon. How does the alignment happen? The planets orbit the sun continuously in the solar system, so at times, they slowly catch up to one another. Because they travel along the same path, or ecliptic, as they pass Earth, it appears they are aligned, according to NASA. The alignment formation, however, will be short-lived because each planet moves at different speeds. When will the next planetary alignment occur? According to Starwalk, the next alignment will occur on February 28, 2026 when Mercury, Venus, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Jupiter align in the sky.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
When is the next full moon? Here's how to see the April Pink Moon in Colorado
In March, Coloradans who had cooperating skies were able to see the Blood Moon and take in the reddish-orange hues of the first total lunar eclipse visible across the U.S. in three years. April brings the first full moon of spring. It is called the Pink Moon — even though it won't change color — among other names that give a nod to early signs of spring. It is also a micromoon, appearing almost as small in the sky as possible for a full moon to be. It is also a significant moon for its importance to the timing of Christian religious holidays. Here's more about the Pink Moon. The Pink Moon will occur on April 12, 2025. According to the Old Farmer's Almanac, the full moon will reach peak illumination at 6:23 p.m. MT. No. April's full moon gets its name from the early spring bloom of creeping phlox, a pink flower found in parts of eastern North America, according to Starwalk. April full moon names bestowed by Native Americans largely pay homage to signs of spring, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. They include: The Breaking Ice Moon (Algonquin) and Moon When the Streams Are Again Navigable (Dakota) recognize how warming tempers are melting ice in rivers. The Budding Moon of Plants and Shrubs (Tlingit) and Moon of the Red Grass Appearing (Oglala) point to new plant life. The Moon When the Ducks Come Back (Lakota), Moon When the Geese Lay Eggs (Dakota), Frog Moon (Cree) and Sucker Moon (Anishinaabe) call attention to animals. April's full moon will be a micromoon. This occurs when the moon is at its farthest point from Earth, known as its apogee. The distance makes it appear smaller and dimmer than usual; it is the opposite of a super moon. This year, April's full moon is the first one after the spring equinox, making it the Paschal Moon in Christianity. For most Christians, the date for Easter — April 20 this year — is set as the first Sunday following the Paschal Moon. More: This Colorado city was named one of the 50 best places to retire in the US Nate Trela covers trending news in Colorado and Utah for the USA TODAY Network. This article originally appeared on Fort Collins Coloradoan: Pink Moon: Everything to know about April full moon and how to see it
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
Why is April's full moon called the 'Pink Moon?' What to know about spring's first full moon
April's full moon is this weekend, signifying the first full moon phase of spring. According to the Old Farmer's Almanac, the "Pink Moon" represents the "return of life and the resurgence of nature after winter's dormancy." Although the moon won't turn pink, it's still worth looking at, said Starwalk, especially as the evenings get warmer in the Northern Hemisphere. Here's what to know. The next full moon, the "Pink Moon" will occur on Saturday, April 12, 2025. According to the almanac, the full moon will reach peak illumination at 7:22 p.m. CT. April's full moon won't really turn a shade of pink. According to Starwalk, the name was given to the moon by Native Americans to represent the color of the wild ground phlox — one of the earliest flowers to bloom in April. The perennial bloom is most often pink, but also has shades of purple and white, said the almanac. April's full, "Pink Moon" is known as the Paschal Full Moon, which sets the date for Easter. According to Starwalk, the Paschal full moon is the first full moon after the March equinox, which in 2025 fell on March 20. Traditionally, western Christian churches (Roman Catholic and Protestant) celebrate Easter on the Sunday following the Paschal Full Moon. Therefore, Easter will be observed on April 20 in 2025. April's full moon will be at its farthest point from Earth, known as apogee, said Starwalk. Consequently, it will appear approximately 5.1% smaller in diameter than usual, earning it the name micromoon, which is the opposite of a supermoon. However, the size difference is so subtle that it might go unnoticed. 🌓 First Quarter: April 5 🌕 Full Moon: April 13 🌗 Last Quarter: April 21 🌑 New Moon: April 27 The next full moon, also known as the "Flower Moon," will occur on May 12, at 11:56 CT. Diana Leyva covers trending news and service journalism for The Tennessean. Contact her at Dleyva@ or follow her on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, at @_leyvadiana This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: What is a pink moon? What to know about spring's first full moon
