Sky notes for 2023 October & November
Oct 29 sees the end of British Summer Time and we are deep into autumn. Nevertheless, the northern summer stars
Read moreOct 29 sees the end of British Summer Time and we are deep into autumn. Nevertheless, the northern summer stars
Read moreThe autumnal equinox on Sep 23 heralds longer evenings for observing, and we now have outer planets to enjoy on
Read moreThe short nights mean frustration unless you are a solar observer. The summer solstice on Jun 21 allows a mere
Read moreOn May 6, the UK marks the first coronation for 70 years, so perhaps it is appropriate to commence these
Read moreThe winter days draw out slowly and reach the vernal equinox on Mar 20, followed by the arrival of
Read moreThe year ends with Mars having its best apparition for the next few years. While not achieving its greatest possible
Read moreThe nights lengthen, British Summer Time ends, the centre of our Milky Way galaxy dips into the south-west, and
Read moreAt last, we have planets to observe at a reasonable hour for those averse to early rising. As the days
Read moreWith the summer solstice occurring on Jun 21, this time of year can be regarded as the ‘silly season’ for
Read moreLife is full of compromises and for astronomers in spring, we have warmer but shorter nights. British Summer Time began
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