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September brings with it a celestial spectacle worthy of admiration, with the presence of Jupiter, Saturn and Venus in our skies, but how is this possible? And will it be visible everywhere? The answer is yes, but you will have to get up early to appreciate this event in the best possible way.
According to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (POT) the location of these planets is conducive for lovers of astronomy they can have a wide panorama for their observation, in addition to those who seek to be witnesses will be able to marvel at the zodiac light.
Below we detail how you can observe these phenomena and some recommendations that you will have to take into account to have the best results.
Venus returns to the morning sky
Venus, the planet known for its dazzling brilliance and atmosphere covered in clouds, it has made its transition to the morning sky during this September, although its observation was possible throughout the summer, now from the northern hemisphere, you can see it in the eastern sky before dawn.
His position in the darling it will vary depending on your latitude, reaching between 30 and 40 degrees above the horizon in late September. A truly impressive sight to start the day.
Saturn and Jupiter
Both planets remain two of the easiest objects to observe in the darling night of September. After sunset, look southeast to find Saturn, followed by Jupiter a few hours later. When Saturn retires before dawn, Jupiter will take center stage, offering a spectacular sight along with the Moon on September 4, visible in the southwest before dawn.
harvest moon
On September 29, we will witness the fourth and last Super moon of the year. This phenomenon occurs when the Moon is near the closest point in its orbit around Earth. Known as the Moon of Harvestthis full moon is closest to the September equinox, marking the time when crops in the northern hemisphere are at their peak.
its brilliant light mole it gives farmers extra time to harvest before the first frost.
zodiac light
On September mornings, before the sunrise, skygazers may have the opportunity to witness the zodiacal light. This phenomenon appears as a triangular or cone-shaped pillar of light extending upward from the horizon. It is easiest to observe during the equinoxes of March and September.
Zodiacal light originates from the reflection of sunlight in a cloud of interplanetary dust that our system solar full. For observers in the northern hemisphere, look for it in the east about an hour before sunrise. twilight morning. In the southern hemisphere, look west one hour after evening twilight. The absence of the Moon in the predawn skies during the second half of September will facilitate the observation of zodiacal light, especially north of the equator.
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