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Observing challenge: The Lunar Eclipse
A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth lies directly between the Sun and the Moon, and as a result the Moon falls into shadow and can seem to change colour. What you will see of the eclipse depends on your position. I have done a search for my exact position and how it will affect my view of the eclipse using the really useful site www.timeanddate.com. You can enter your precise location and find out what you will see and timings for the event. I will need to be ready and looking towards a low clear westerly horizon from 3.30am to see the start of the eclipse. The Moon sets not long after 6am so it will become more tricky to observe. Good luck and do let me know what you spot.
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Meteor Showers in May. The η { Eta } Aquariids
This annual meteor shower will be at its best in the wee small hours (around dawn) with the 'peak' of activity falling on the 6th. Because the 'radiant' - or origin point - of these meteors is below the horizon, you may not see quite so many meteors. You could expect to see You could expect to see up to 50 meteors per up to 50 meteors per hour nevertheless, if you stay up / get up early! hour nevertheless, if you Some of the Aquariids stay up / get up early! will leave beautiful long trains. The constellation of 'Aquarius' will be below the southern horizon while observing so try to ensure that you can find a good wide open southerly vantage point to catch a few falling stars. Clear Skies and Happy Star Gazing!
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