6 Upcoming Astronomical Events in August

Super Sturgeon Moon

August's full moon, also called Sturgeon Moon, is also a supermoon. It will be visible on August 1.

Close approach of Moon and Jupiter

In the early morning hours of August 8, the Moon and Jupiter will appear just 2°39′ apart, and you can easily hop between them with your eyes.

Perseid Meteor Shower

The Perseid meteor shower is usually one of the most active and brightest meteor showers of the year. It will be visible around August 12-13.

Micro New Moon

On August 16, two weeks after the Super Sturgeon Moon, the month will witness a new moon called a Micromoon.

Saturn at Opposition

On August 27, the ringed planet, Saturn, lies on the opposite side of Earth to the Sun and is visible from sunset to sunrise.

Super Blue Moon

This is the second Full Moon of August, making it a Blue Moon. A monthly Blue Moon is the second Full Moon in a calendar month with two Full Moons. It will be visible on August 31.