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Celestial slow dance over Kentucky skies to precede July's triple meteor shower
KENTUCKY (FOX 56) — A celestial slow dance will happen Tuesday night in Kentucky skies ahead of a double meteor shower at the end of the month. A post on highlighted how the moon will pass close to Saturn and Neptune on July 16, causing the two planets to be seen together in a pair of binoculars. The trifecta will linger together until the rising sun causes them to vanish from view. Read more of the latest Kentucky news While ordinarily impossible to see with the naked eye, Neptune's bluish hue can be seen just to the upper left of Saturn. In a social media post, Sky Core noted that the best viewing conditions are expected just after 9 p.m. local time. LATEST KENTUCKY NEWS: Kentucky inmate alleged tried to escape, assaulted employees Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear tells South Carolina Democrats his record is a red state success story Joseph Lawson asks judge to throw out guilty verdict in Crystal Rogers trial Starting July 17, a roughly 2,000-year-old interstellar light show will kick off, with an expected 20 meteors an hour being possible. The Perseids are expected to run through Aug. 23, peaking around Aug. 12, joining the already active Alpha Capricornids. The following day, the Southern Delta Aquariids will complete the cosmic trifecta, according to the American Meteor Society. The Capricornids and Aquariids are expected to both peak between July 29 and July 30. According to Forbes, bright fireballs are common with the Capricornids, but only five or so shooting stars can be seen per hour. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
The Independent
10-07-2025
- The Independent
Buck moon 2025: How to see July's full moon tonight
July's full moon will rise over mostly clear skies in the UK on Thursday, offering sky gazers a great opportunity to witness the celestial event. The full moon, known as the Buck Moon, will officially reach its peak illumination at 9:37 pm BST (4:37 pm EDT), but it will become visible to most observers shortly after sunset. This year's Buck Moon is notable for several reasons. Not only is it the most distant full moon of 2025, appearing slightly smaller in the sky (a so-called "micromoon"), but it also coincides with a period of major lunar standstill. This means the Moon's path is unusually low in the sky, which can amplify the so-called 'Moon illusion' – an optical effect that makes the Moon appear dramatically larger when close to the horizon. Traditionally, July's full moon is also known as the Thunder Moon, due to the prevalence of summer storms across North America. While the name doesn't carry meteorological weight, it highlights the rich folklore associated with lunar cycles. In China, this month's full moon is sometimes referred to as the Hungry Ghost Moon. For the best viewing experience, experts recommend finding a clear vantage point with minimal light pollution and an unobstructed view of the eastern horizon. Observing the Moon as it rises is often the most visually impressive, when atmospheric distortion gives it a golden or orange hue. The Buck Moon will remain bright for a day before and after its peak, giving plenty of opportunity to take in the sight – even if clouds partially interrupt it over the coming days.
