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sky-watchers! Whether you're a space geek or just someone who enjoys a peaceful evening outdoors, July 2025 is packed with cool stuff happening in the night sky. Grab your lawn chair, a cozy blanket, and maybe even a warm drink because the cosmos is putting on a show you won't want to miss!
This is the story. If you want to read in Bahasa Indonesia click here
Mark your calendar for July 10, 2025. That night, the full moon lovingly called the Buck Moon will shine big and bright. Why "Buck" Moon? Well, it comes from the time of year when male deer (bucks) start growing their new antlers. It’s a nature-meets-space kind of name, and we think that’s pretty neat.
You’ll want to head outside just after sunset. Look low on the horizon and you’ll see the moon rising and thanks to something called the "moon illusion," it might look extra big. Perfect for snapping a photo or just soaking in the glow with the family. Even kids will love it, especially if you tell them the moon is saying hello with its full, round face.
Next: Meteor Magic
If you’ve never seen a shooting star, this is your month! Toward the end of July, two meteor showers , the Southern Delta Aquariids and t\he Alpha Capricornids , will light up the sky.
Here’s the best part: both of them peak around July 29–30. That’s your golden window. And don’t worry, you don’t need any special equipment. Just lie back, keep your eyes on the sky, and wait. You might spot up to 25 meteors per hour. Some will be faint streaks, and others could be bright fireballs zooming across the night.
By the way, here are some Tips for the Best Experience
Go somewhere dark. Turn off house lights or head away from city lights if possible. Start watching\ after midnight. That’s when the sky is darkest and the meteors are most active. . No telescope needed. Your eyes are the best tool here just be patient and keep looking up!
Mmmmm...What Else?
There’s even a third, smaller shower the Piscis Austrinids peaking around July 28. It’s not as dramatic, but still fun to catch. Plus, if you’re in a place like me staying in Pontianak (shoutout to our Indonesian readers!), your position near the equator makes these southern meteor showers even easier to see.
Oh, and don’t forget: there’s a New Moon on July 24, meaning the sky will be super dark that week perfect for stargazing!
So, whether you’re hanging with friends, enjoying family time, or just having a quiet night to yourself, July’s sky is serving up beauty, wonder, and a little magic. All for free. All you need to do is look up.
Don't miss the celestial show this month! Mark your calendar, grab the family, and enjoy the Buck Moon and meteor showers lighting up the July sky.
Share this post and tag your stargazing buddy!
Happy stargazing!
This is the story. If you want to read in Bahasa Indonesia click here
Mark your calendar for July 10, 2025. That night, the full moon lovingly called the Buck Moon will shine big and bright. Why "Buck" Moon? Well, it comes from the time of year when male deer (bucks) start growing their new antlers. It’s a nature-meets-space kind of name, and we think that’s pretty neat.
You’ll want to head outside just after sunset. Look low on the horizon and you’ll see the moon rising and thanks to something called the "moon illusion," it might look extra big. Perfect for snapping a photo or just soaking in the glow with the family. Even kids will love it, especially if you tell them the moon is saying hello with its full, round face.
Next: Meteor Magic
If you’ve never seen a shooting star, this is your month! Toward the end of July, two meteor showers , the Southern Delta Aquariids and t\he Alpha Capricornids , will light up the sky.
Here’s the best part: both of them peak around July 29–30. That’s your golden window. And don’t worry, you don’t need any special equipment. Just lie back, keep your eyes on the sky, and wait. You might spot up to 25 meteors per hour. Some will be faint streaks, and others could be bright fireballs zooming across the night.
By the way, here are some Tips for the Best Experience
Go somewhere dark. Turn off house lights or head away from city lights if possible. Start watching\ after midnight. That’s when the sky is darkest and the meteors are most active. . No telescope needed. Your eyes are the best tool here just be patient and keep looking up!
Mmmmm...What Else?
There’s even a third, smaller shower the Piscis Austrinids peaking around July 28. It’s not as dramatic, but still fun to catch. Plus, if you’re in a place like me staying in Pontianak (shoutout to our Indonesian readers!), your position near the equator makes these southern meteor showers even easier to see.
Oh, and don’t forget: there’s a New Moon on July 24, meaning the sky will be super dark that week perfect for stargazing!
So, whether you’re hanging with friends, enjoying family time, or just having a quiet night to yourself, July’s sky is serving up beauty, wonder, and a little magic. All for free. All you need to do is look up.
Don't miss the celestial show this month! Mark your calendar, grab the family, and enjoy the Buck Moon and meteor showers lighting up the July sky.
Share this post and tag your stargazing buddy!
Happy stargazing!
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In August there's a meteor shower called the Perseid meteor shower. It occurs every year and I can usually see a lot of shooting stars during that time.
ReplyDeleteO really. Amazing
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