Earth's Moon: Formation, Composition and Orbit
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Stunning Full Hunter's Moon of October 2022 mesmerizes skywatchers all over the world (photos)
By Tereza Pultarova published
The Hunter's full moon rose above some of the world's greatest landmarks this weekend appearing larger and more orange than usual.
See the moon and Saturn close together in the night sky tonight (Oct. 5)
By Stefanie Waldek published
Across the United States, the moon and Saturn will appear to be close neighbors for a good portion of the night.
See the moon appear half-lit during its closest first quarter phase tonight (Oct. 2)
By Robert Lea published
Skywatchers can see the moon half illuminated by the sun at the start of October during the closest first quarter moon of 2022.
See the last quarter moon of September 2022 tonight (Sept. 17)
By Robert Lea published
As the moon's light side recedes heading towards a new moon, it will be half-illuminated on Saturday during a phase called the last quarter.
Harvest Moon 2022: September's full moon thrills stargazers around the world (photos)
By Tariq Malik published
The full Harvest Moon of September lit up the night sky this weekend in a dazzling lunar sight enjoyed by skywatchers around the world.
An early Harvest Moon rises Saturday. Here's what to expect for September's full moon.
By Joe Rao published
The full moon of Saturday (Sept. 10) also carries the title of the Harvest Moon for those living in the Northern Hemisphere.
Harvest Moon 2022: When and how to see September's full moon
By Jesse Emspak published
Reference The full moon of September 2022 also carries the title of the Harvest Moon for those living in the Northern Hemisphere.
Moon and Jupiter get together late Sunday night
By Joe Rao last updated
Check out the king of the planets meeting up with the moon on Aug. 14, throughout most of the night.
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