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The new moon of May occurs on May 26. Two days later the moon will make a close pass to Jupiter in the evening sky, and the summer constellations will be rising.
The new moon of May occurs on May 26. Two days later the moon will make a close pass to Jupiter in the evening sky, and the summer constellations will be rising.
The Night Sky This Week: May 26-June 1, 2025 There’s a lot going on in the night sky this week. It begins with a new moon, which may mean high tides and potential flooding in coastal areas.
June offers a packed night sky—planets, meteors, clusters, and a full moon. Whether you're up early or out late, there’s plenty to see. Catch Venus at its best before dawn on June 1, when it ...
9 night sky events to see in June, from a strawberry moon to interstellar clouds. This month's night sky is filled with close-range meteors, swirling nebulas, and prime stargazing conditions.
You’ll need a dark sky site to see the Milky Way and a clear view of the horizon. As June begins, the Milky Way rises around midnight and climbs higher in the sky until dawn.
The full moon will peak in the afternoon at 3:44 p.m. and appear full that night. How far away from Earth is the moon? The average distance between the Earth and the moon is 238,855 miles.