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Full Harvest Moon will rise with a Sky Triangle this weekend
MLive.com • • science
Key Points:
- The Full Harvest Moon will appear full on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights this weekend, with an early rise time that provides extended moonlight.
- Unlike other full moons, the Harvest Moon will rise around the same time for several consecutive nights, historically aiding farmers in completing their harvests before fall frosts.
- This weekend, the Harvest Moon will form a "sky triangle" with the planets Neptune and Saturn, visible low on the eastern horizon shortly after sunset on Saturday.
- Saturn is easily visible to the naked eye, while Neptune, being much fainter, requires binoculars or a telescope and dark skies for viewing.
- Clear skies are expected, offering an excellent opportunity to enjoy the moonlight and the unique planetary alignment.
