Tag: Sky Watching
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November Nights Are Dazzling With These Three Meteor Showers: How to Watch Like a Pro
November’s Sky is Teeming with Meteor Shower Action November brings a trio of annual meteor showers that turn dark, clear nights into a shimmering spectacle. Following the recent supermoon, observers can look forward to the Northern Taurids, the Southern Taurids, and the Leonids lighting up the autumn skies. Each shower has its own tempo, rate,…
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Northern Lights in Alberta: Alberta’s Nightlight Tonight
Alberta Poised for a Spectacular Aurora Night A potential celestial show could illuminate the skies over southern Alberta in the coming nights as space weather systems align with clear, dark skies. The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has warned that a G2 (moderate) geomagnetic storm is likely late Thursday night as coronal mass…
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Partial Solar Eclipse on September 21: What to Expect
What is a Partial Solar Eclipse? A partial solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking a portion of the Sun’s rays. This fascinating astronomical phenomenon only happens during a new moon, making it a unique experience for sky watchers around the world. When to Observe the Event Mark…