Month: June 2022

During this period, the moon reaches its first quarter phase on Thursday July 7th. At that time the moon is located 90 degrees east of the sun and will set near 01:00 local summer time (LST). This weekend the waxing crescent moon will set during the evening hours and will not interfere with meteor observing during the more active morning hours.

On June 20, 2022, the amateur astronomer’s community lost an experienced science writer, a knowledgeable astronomer and a cheerful friend. With a lifelong interest in astronomy, Paul Sutherland contributed in many ways to...

During this period, the moon reaches its new phase on Wednesday June 29th. At that time the moon is located near the sun and will be invisible at night. This weekend the waning crescent moon will rise shortly before dawn and will not interfere with meteor observing.