Witness the Strawberry Moon’s Rare Southern Dance: Free Livestreams Tonight!
Witness the Strawberry Moon’s Rare Southern Dance: Free Livestreams Tonight!
Tonight, June 11th, a celestial spectacle unfolds: the Strawberry Moon, making its lowest appearance in a decade, graces the southern sky. This unusual positioning is due to a major lunar standstill, a phenomenon where the moon’s orbit reaches its most extreme tilt relative to Earth’s equator, resulting in an exceptionally low trajectory across the horizon.
For city dwellers, catching this sight can be challenging. High-rises often obstruct the view, making the already low-hanging moon (reaching a mere 20-degree altitude in New York City) even harder to spot. But don’t despair! You can still witness this breathtaking event from the comfort of your home.
Two incredible resources are offering free livestreams:
The Virtual Telescope Project (VTP): Starting at 3:30 p.m. ET (1930 GMT), join astrophysicist Gianluca Masi and his team as they broadcast stunning views from their robotic telescopes in Tuscany, Italy. The VTP, renowned for its livestreams of major astronomical events, promises a captivating experience.
Griffith Observatory: Experience the Strawberry Moon rising from its southernmost position in 18 years! Their YouTube livestream begins at 11:42 p.m. ET (0342 GMT on June 12).
All you need is a device and internet connection to participate in these free livestreams. Don’t miss this rare celestial event!
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