This month is an exciting one for skywatchers, with a total lunar eclipse, an enormous star, and a meteor shower three highlights to enjoy.
Contents Total lunar eclipse The total lunar eclipse — when Earth blocks all of the sun’s direct light from reaching the moon — takes place early on the morning of Tuesday, November 8, and will be visible to people in North America, the Pacific region, Australia, and East Asia.
With the West Coast of North America three hours behind, the timings mean a late night on Monday as the eclipse will begin just after 1 a.m PT before reaching the full eclipse by around 2:15 a.m. PT. Despite its vast distance from Earth, you can get a view of its light by gazing skyward in the hour before sunrise on Sunday, November 20. To spot it, look toward the southeast, locate what will be a slim crescent moon, and then look just below for the bright bluish star Spica.
NASA says you may be able to see as many as 20 meteors per hour streaking across the sky, but notes that the moon will be around 35% full that night so its light could interfere with your ability to see the fainter meteors.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Heardle answer today November 2 — song hints and clues | Digital TrendsAre you struggling to guess the Heardle for November 2? Would you like an assist? Read our clues to help guess today's song.
Read more »
The best Black movies on Netflix right now (November 2022) | Digital TrendsNetflix is home to a number of outstanding Blackfilms that illuminate, honor, and explore the Black experience.
Read more »
The best family movies on Amazon Prime Video (November 2022) | Digital TrendsWhether you decide on a new hit or a nostalgic classic, these family-friendly movies on AmazonPrime are all excellent choices for your weekend movie night.
Read more »
The best Netflix original series right now (November 2022) | Digital TrendsFrom Dead To Me to Big Mouth, The Watcher and Stranger Things, Netflix original shows run the gamut, but these are among the best of the best.
Read more »
'Wordle' today, November 3: Answer, hints, help for Wordle #502 | Digital TrendsTrying to solve today's Wordle? If you're stuck, we've got a few hints that will help you keep your Wordle streak alive.
Read more »
Heardle answer today November 3 — song hints and clues | Digital TrendsAre you struggling to guess the Heardle for November 3? Would you like an assist? Read our clues to help guess today's song.
Read more »