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Major Celestial Events of 2025

  • Posted by OCastronomy
  • On January 1, 2025
Major celestial events of 2025 Astronomy enthusiasts, prepare for an exciting year ahead.This month-by-month guide highlights the major celestial events of 2025, with a focus on optimal viewing conditions for observers in Southern California. From solar and lunar eclipses to
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The Perseid meteor shower 2024

  • Posted by OCastronomy
  • On August 11, 2024
The Perseid meteor shower, one of the most anticipated celestial events of the year, will reach its peak in 2024 during the nights of August 11th and 12th. This year, conditions are particularly favorable for stargazers in Orange County, California, as the crescent
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Six-Planet Lineup on June 3rd

  • Posted by OCastronomy
  • On May 27, 2024
Witness the Spectacular Six-Planet Lineup on June 3rd: A Celestial Event Guide Mark your calendars, stargazers! On June 3rd, 2024, the early morning sky will present a rare celestial event—a six-planet alignment that promises to be a breathtaking sight. Here’s how you can catch this extraordinary
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Telescope Buying Guide

  • Posted by OCastronomy
  • On July 16, 2023
Telescope Buying Guide: Exploring the Wonders of the Universe's Purchasing a telescope can be an exciting yet overwhelming experience, especially for beginners. With numerous options available, understanding the different types of telescopes and their features is crucial.
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2022 Geminids meteor shower

  • Posted by OCastronomy
  • On December 14, 2022
The 2022 Geminids meteor shower will peak between December 13 and 14, with fair weather and mild LP (light pollution) due to the first quarter Moon. The Geminids can be seen every year between December 4 and December 17, with peak activity around December 14.
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Leonid meteor shower 2022

  • Posted by OCastronomy
  • On November 14, 2022
The Leonid meteor shower 2022 occurs once a year during the month of November. This celestial phenomenon normally peaks during the night of November 17 and early morning of November 18. When the Earth passes through the debris left by the comet Tempel-Tuttle, the Leonids occur.
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Total Lunar Eclipse November 2022

  • Posted by OCastronomy
  • On November 6, 2022
November 8, there will be a total lunar eclipse, with the moon turning blood red as it passes into Earth's shadow. The total lunar eclipse will be the last until 2025. Skywatchers on four continents will be able to see the last total lunar eclipse in three years next week
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Orionid meteor shower 2022

  • Posted by OCastronomy
  • On October 11, 2022
Orionid meteor shower 2022 will be visible from October 2 to November 7 but the shower is expected to peak on the night of October 20 into the early morning of October 22. The Orionids are caused by the dust and debris of Halley's Comet. Halley takes around 76 years to
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Total Lunar Eclipse – May 2022

  • Posted by OCastronomy
  • On May 15, 2022
Total Lunar Eclipse - May 2022 Lunar eclipses can be visible from everywhere on the night side of the Earth, if the sky is clear. From some places the entire eclipse will be visible, while in other areas the Moon will rise or set during the eclipse. The curvature of the shadow's path
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2021 Geminids meteor shower

  • Posted by OCastronomy
  • On December 13, 2021
Geminids meteor shower will peak between December 13 and 14 with conditions being fair with a moderate amount of LP (light pollution) due to the first quarter Moon. The Geminids can be observed annually between December 4 and December 17, with peak activity should be around
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