Astronomy Extravaganza: Mark Your Calendar for August 2023's Sky Show

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August 2023 promises to be a captivating month for stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts with an array of celestial events illuminating the night sky

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Get ready to witness the magic of the cosmos as we embark on a journey through the celestial wonders awaiting us in the coming weeks

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August 3 – Close Approach of the Moon & Saturn: Witness the Moon and Saturn's close encounter in the pre-dawn hours, with the chance to see Saturn's rings through a telescope

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August 8 – Close Approach of the Moon & Jupiter: Enjoy the proximity of the Moon and Jupiter in the night sky, easily visible with the naked eye or stargazing equipment

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Aug. 12-13- Perseid Meteor Shower: Catch the stunning Perseid meteor shower, with up to 100 meteors per hour, peaking on the night of August 12-13

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August 18 – Peak of the κ-Cygnid Meteor Shower: Look for the κ-Cygnid meteors radiating from Draco near Cygnus on the night of August 18, with around 3 meteors per hour

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August 26 – Asteroid 8 Flora at Opposition: Spot asteroid 8 Flora, the largest closest to the sun in the main belt, on August 26 with binoculars or a telescope

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Aug. 27- Saturn Opposition: Observe Saturn at its brightest and closest to Earth on August 27, no special equipment needed

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Aug. 30- Super Blue Moon: Don't miss the rare Super Blue Moon on August 30, the second full moon of the month, appearing larger and brighter than usual

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