I based this design on my book cover
I thought I would write a post on upcoming celestial events this month. My book’s protagonist Ruby Diamond spends much of her time watching the sky for signs and wonders, so perhaps it’s no surprise that I’m a little obsessed with the night sky right now!
🌟 June 8-9: Venus & Jupiter Conjunction
The two brightest planets in the evening sky appear extremely close together after sunset. This is one of the easiest celestial events to spot with the naked eye.
🪐 June 11-18: Mini Planet Parade
Venus, Jupiter, and Mercury line up in the western sky shortly after sunset. Around June 16-18, a thin crescent Moon joins the display.
🌑 June 14-15: New Moon
The darkest skies of the month, perfect for stargazing, astrophotography, and spotting the Milky Way.
☀️ June 21: Winter Solstice (Southern Hemisphere)
For South Africa, this marks the shortest day and longest night of the year. Traditionally it symbolizes a turning point, when the light begins its slow return.
☄️ June 27: June Bootids Meteor Shower
An unpredictable meteor shower. Some years it produces only a few meteors, while other years it surprises observers with sudden bursts.
🔴 June 27-30: Mars Meets the Pleiades
The red planet Mars appears near the beautiful Pleiades star cluster before dawn. A great photo opportunity.
🌕 June 29: Strawberry Moon
June’s full moon, traditionally called the Strawberry Moon. It will rise looking especially golden-orange near the horizon.
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