Newsletter Issue 149 (May 2025)

What’s Up in the Sky in June?

June is all about the Sun as we shift seasons on the June solstice. Also: a bright morning Venus, two Moon-Mars conjunctions, and look out for the Summer Triangle.

The “Morning Star” Shines Bright

Early risers will be treated to a stunning view of Venus in the morning sky as the planet reaches its greatest elongation on June 1.

Your Moon Guide for June

Explore the Moon phases of this month, and get up early to see the thin Waning Crescent Moon with a very bright Venus on the eastern horizon.

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