This Week's Sky at a Glance, October 1 – 9 - Sky & Telescope
Oct 1, 2021 · Now that it's October, Deneb has replaced Vega as the zenith star of early dark evening (for skywatchers at mid-northern latitudes). Accordingly, Capricornus has replaced Sagittarius as the zodiacal constellation low in the south.
What’s Up: October 2024 Skywatching Tips from NASA
Oct 2, 2024 · In early October you'll find it high in the south as dawn approaches, and later in the month it's progressed farther over to the west before sunrise. And, speaking of Jupiter, NASA plans to launch its latest solar system exploration mission to …
18 Must-See Astronomy Events in the October Night Sky (2024)
Sep 20, 2024 · It's autumn, a perfect time for stargazing! Learn about events in the October night sky this year, including the Orionids meteor shower.
October 2024 Bright Planets and an Annular Eclipse | Almanac.com
October 2024 is spectacular for stargazing! Look up this month for an Annular eclipse, some beautiful Moon and planet pairings, the start of meteor shower season, and the low-hanging Hunter's Moon.
October's skies bring an oddball meteor and a shiny new comet–if …
Sep 30, 2024 · On October 5, the second planet from the sun will be visible with a waxing crescent moon towards the east. In the morning, it will set west-southwest. This meteor …
Bright Stars & Constellations In the October Night Sky - Star Walk
Oct 1, 2024 · Get ready to explore the October starry sky! 🌟 Discover the brightest stars and stunning constellations shining this month – no telescope needed!
What to See in the Night Sky in October 2024 | Astro-Observer
Sep 23, 2024 · The Milky Way will be visible in the early evening sky in October. The best time to see the bright, dense section of the Milky Way stretching across the sky is during the early part of the month, before the Hunter's Moon and the increasing brightness of the night sky.
Skywatcher's Guide: October and November 2024 - flandrau.org
Oct 29, 2024 · Jupiter is in Taurus, very high in the morning sky in early October, but gradually gets closer to the western horizon by the end of November. Saturn is in Aquarius, starting the night in the east-southeast in early October but gradually …
Early October Skywatching: Summer Still Reigns in Evening Sky
Oct 4, 2013 · In early October, the mid-evening (9 to 10 p.m.) sky is in transition. Many of the constellations and rich Milky Way star fields of summer evenings past are still very much in …
Navigating the October night sky: Simply start with what you know or with what you can easily find. Extend a line north from the two stars at the tip of the Big Dipper's bowl. It passes by Polaris, the North Star. Follow the arc of the Dipper's handle. It intersects Arcturus, the brightest star in the early October evening sky.