Mercury reached its highest spot in the evening sky for Northern Hemisphere stargazers on June 26, 2025, just after sunset. The brief show included a crescent moon pairing nearby, offering a rare celestial treat as Mars hovered low in the west before fading into the sun’s glare.
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July’s Buck Moon rises tonight, delivering a rare horizon-hugging view thanks to summer’s axial tilt. Rooted in Algonquin tradition and overlapping with Guru Purnima, this full moon is best seen after sunset in open areas. Cloud cover may affect views, but the spectacle extends across multiple nights.
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The Buck Moon will rise on July 10, 2025, making it the farthest full moon from the Sun this year. You'll find it low on the southern horizon, thanks to Earth's recent swing farthest from the Sun. Timings and visibility vary, so skywatchers should check local predictions for a perfect lunar view.
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Pennsylvania had a celestial treat with a total lunar eclipse on March 13-14, 2025. While Philadelphia had partial cloud cover, cities like Allentown and Reading presented clearer views. The event, lasting over six hours, showcased a striking red hue known as a 'blood moon'. This spectacle, where Earth casts a reddish shadow on the Moon, was visible without special gear. Look out for the next eclipse on March 3, 2026.
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