Rare Blue Moon and Four Planets Align This Weekend: A Celestial Event Not to Miss
How to catch this week’s rare blue moon event ― that won’t happen again until 2028
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This weekend, a rare blue moon will be visible alongside Mars, Saturn, Venus, and Jupiter, marking the last occurrence of such an event until 2028. The blue moon peaks at 4:45 a.m. EDT on Sunday morning, offering a unique opportunity for skywatchers across the country.
- 01The blue moon will be visible from Saturday night through Sunday morning, peaking at 4:45 a.m. EDT.
- 02A blue moon occurs as the second full moon in a month or the third full moon in a season with four full moons.
- 03The next blue moon will not occur until December 2028, with the next seasonal blue moon on May 20, 2027.
- 04Venus and Jupiter will be visible in the western sky shortly after sunset, while Mars and Saturn can be seen in the eastern sky before sunrise.
- 05Skywatchers are advised to find dark areas away from light pollution for the best viewing experience.
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This weekend presents a rare celestial event as a blue moon aligns with four planets: Mars, Saturn, Venus, and Jupiter. The blue moon, which is the second full moon in a month, will rise on Saturday night and peak at 4:45 a.m. EDT on Sunday morning. According to AccuWeather, this is the last chance to witness such an event until 2028. The blue moon follows the May 1 flower moon and is classified as a micromoon, appearing smaller due to its distance from Earth. Skywatchers can also catch Venus and Jupiter in the western sky after sunset, while Mars and Saturn will be visible in the eastern sky before sunrise. To enhance the viewing experience, it is recommended to avoid light pollution and utilize telescopes or cameras for a closer look.
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