International Space Station UK Pass Times – The International Space Station – ISS is back over UK skies with some great evening passes during November 2023.
Scroll down past the times to see dates for the epic Night Sky Show and to find out more about how to see the Space Station.
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International Space Station UK Pass Times – The International Space Station – ISS is back over UK skies with some great evening passes during September 2023.
Scroll down past the times to see dates for the epic Night Sky Show and to find out more about how to see the Space Station.
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A bright fireball meteor on August 1, 2012. Credit: John Chumack.
Originally posted on Universetoday by Virtualastro
This will probably be the most simple and easiest guide to viewing the Perseids and other meteor showers you may possibly ever read. The reason why it is so simple is when you are outside you want to concentrate on looking for meteors and not worrying about technical details, which are unnecessary for the casual observer.
First, a LITTLE about the Perseids: (more…)
The Perseids – Perseid Meteor Shower 2023 is visible late July and through August. Maximum Perseid meteor activity is on and around 11/12/13 August. The Perseids are one of the most prolific and best-known meteor showers.
In 2024 there is no Moon present during the peak of the meteor shower. Consequently even more meteors will be visible due to dark skies! We will have perfect viewing conditions compared to other years if skies stay clear. Don’t miss natures firework display!
Prepare yourself for this coming cosmic spectacle and how to enjoy your #meteorwatch.
Perseid Meteor Shower 2023 – There are many things to see when you look up during any clear night. Stars, planets, satellites, the moon and more. But there is nothing more breathtaking than seeing a meteor. Otherwise known as a shooting star. Occasionally, you can see many meteors/ shooting stars over the course of a few evenings. These are known as meteor showers. In August we have the best and most well-known meteor shower of the year – The Perseid Meteor Shower, also known as the Perseids.
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