February 10-13: Before sunrise in mid-February, the waning crescent moon moves in front of Scorpius and Sagittarius. Learn when to see earthshine, Antares, and key reference stars in the southeastern sky.
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2025, May 16-18: Morning Moon, Teapot
May 16-18, 2028: The morning gibbous moon is with the Teapot in the southern sky before sunrise.
2024, July 6: See a Dwarf Planet
July 6, 2024: Ceres is visible during the night near the handle of the Teapot of Sagittarius. Jupiter, Mars, Saturn, and Mercury are visible during the nighttime hours.
2023, November 15: Crescent Moon, Evening Sky
November 15, 2023: The crescent moon returns to the western sky after nightfall. Venus, Jupiter, and Saturn are visible during the night.
2022, May 19: Morning Planets Separate, Evening Big Dipper
May 19, 2022: This morning the moon is in the handle of Sagittarius. The morning planets are in the eastern sky. A gap grows between them. The Big Dipper is in the northern sky after night falls.