Venus will vanish behind the moon for about an hour in the morning of 9 November in Europe, western Russia and some of northern Africa – here’s how to watch it happen
Venus will disappear behind the moon for about an hour on 9 November for viewers in several parts of the world. Here is what these lunar occultations are and how and when to watch this one happen.On 9 November, the moon will pass between Earth and Venus, making the latter disappear behind the moon for about an hour, before it reappears on the other side.
near the moon, which will be a small crescent, just 15 per cent illuminated. Venus will be just below the moon and to the left.Because it is during the day, it might be easier to find Venus using binoculars or a small telescope. But remember, whenever using such devices in the daytime, be sure not to look anywhere near the sunOnce you have found the planet, you can watch as it moves towards the moon and, eventually, passes behind it.
The next lunar occultation of Venus will be in April 2024, chiefly visible from parts of North America. It will be visible again from Europe in September 2025., by Abraham Zacuto, a medieval polymath who worked as the astronomer royal for the king of Portugal at the time.
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