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Don’t miss the moon eclipse – ‘Seven Sisters’ this weekend!
In preparation for a skywatching spectacle, early risers in North America are set to witness a rare event on Sunday, July 20. As the waning crescent moon passes directly in front of the Pleiades star cluster, an appulse or occultation will occur, making it possible for observers to catch a glimpse of this celestial phenomenon from the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
To take advantage of this extraordinary event, one needs only an alarm clock and an unobstructed view of the east-northeast horizon. The stunning sight is accessible without any specialized equipment, as the soft glow of the crescent moon in front of the star cluster will be visible to both naked-eye observers and those utilizing binoculars.
The ‘Seven Sisters’ is expected to meet head-on with the moon at an altitude of around 40 degrees above the horizon. The moon’s 24% illumination level will make it a particularly exciting encounter, allowing for a clear view of the celestial event without glare.
To further enhance your viewing experience, Forbes advises that you should use a sunrise and sunset calculator to determine exact timings based on your location. Additionally, Stellarium Web can provide a sky chart, while Night Sky Tonight offers positions and rise/set times for planets.
Don’t miss this weekend’s spectacular moon eclipse – the ‘Seven Sisters’!
Source: www.forbes.com
