The night sky is set to dazzle stargazers this month with a couple of rare celestial events. On May 23rd, the full Moon will appear near the bright red star Antares in the constellation Scorpius.
A special treat awaits those on the East Coast of the U.S. as the Moon will pass in front of Antares in an event known as an occultation. This will be visible to observers south of Delaware down through Florida. The Moon will slowly move in its orbit over a couple of hours, first obscuring and then revealing Antares.
But the excitement doesn’t end there. On May 31st, early risers will be treated to the sight of planet Saturn rising in the wee hours of the morning with the crescent Moon by its side. Observers up early on May 31st will find Saturn and the Moon positioned towards the southeast. They will be close enough to each other to appear in the same field of view through binoculars.
These events provide a unique opportunity for astronomy enthusiasts to witness rare alignments in the night sky. So mark your calendars and set your alarms to catch these breathtaking celestial displays in the coming days. Keep your eyes to the sky and enjoy the wonders of the universe from the comfort of your own backyard.
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