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Full buck moon may bring color as it rises Wednesday night
WTOP • • science
Key Points:
- The full buck moon will rise around 9 p.m. Wednesday in the southeast, with the best viewing time just as it ascends the horizon; local times can be found on Time And Date’s website.
- Due to current heat and humidity in the D.C. region, the moonrise is expected to display vibrant yellow, orange, or reddish hues, offering a striking visual experience.
- Shenandoah National Park is hosting astronomy events this summer, including a presentation on "The Milky Way and You" at Big Meadows Lodge on Wednesday night, followed by stargazing if skies are clear.
- The park rangers also offer astronomy-related activities, making Shenandoah National Park an ideal destination for cooler temperatures and dark skies to observe the Milky Way.
- For ongoing astronomy updates, follow Greg Redfern’s daily blog and watch for the Aug. 1 edition of “Eyes to the Skies” on WTOP’s Space Place, highlighting a busy month of celestial events.
