From a stunning Jupiter-Mars-Moon formation to the full Buck Moon, the month is a treat for astronomy enthusiasts.
Here are some of the celestial events that will occur in July 2024:July 2: Witness the spectacular celestial alignment!
July 5: On this day, the Moon will not be visible in the night sky.
July 21: It’s Buck Moon time — July’s full moon is known as the Buck Moon.
The night sky will be illuminated by the the full Buck Moon in all its glory.
Get ready for a heavenly July — packed with an array of celestial events. From a stunning Jupiter-Mars-Moon formation to the full Buck Moon, the month is a treat for astronomy enthusiasts.
Here are some of the celestial events that will occur in July 2024:
July 2: Witness the spectacular celestial alignment! In the early morning, the Moon, Jupiter, and Mars will form a stunning trio, with the Moon nestled perfectly between the two planets. Don't miss this rare opportunity to see these giants dressing up the sky.
July 5: On this day, the Moon will not be visible in the night sky. It’s the perfect time for stargazing with no moonlight.
July 6: The Earth will be at its farthest point from the Sun in its orbit, which is also called an aphelion. The word aphelion comes from the Greek words ‘apo’ meaning away, and ‘helios’ meaning sun.
July 12: Mercury reaches its greatest eastern elongation from the Sun, which makes it visible just after sunset.
July 21: It’s Buck Moon time — July’s full moon is known as the Buck Moon. It is also known as the Thunder Moon and the Hay Moon. The Moon will be on display at 6.17 am. The night sky will be illuminated by the the full Buck Moon in all its glory.
July 22: Mercury will be at its farthest distance from the Sun in the evening sky.
July 28 and 29: The Delta Aquarids meteor shower is expected to occur on the night of July 28 and the morning of July 29. The meteor shower will peak at up to 20 meteors per hour. It is an annual event that runs from mid-July to mid-August with this year peaks on July 28 and 29.
