Observe the two meteor showers this week

• The peak of the meteor showers Alpha Cygnids and Southern Delta Aquarids will occur on July 29.
• Venus will reach its highest point on August 1, shining brightly in the sky.
• Observe the Moon, which will pass close to Antares on August 3.

This week, from July 28 to August 3, 2025, the skies will feature celestial events that attract the attention of astronomers. During this time, the peak of two meteor showers will occur: Alpha Cygnids and Southern Delta Aquarids.

On July 28, about 45 minutes after sunset, the Moon may be visible in the west in conjunction with Mars. The Moon will be illuminated 19% and positioned at a distance of about one degree from the planet.

On July 29, both meteor showers will reach their peak. The Southern Delta Aquarids can produce up to 25 meteors per hour, while Alpha Cygnids will yield about 5-10. The Moon, which rises earlier, will leave the night sky dark for observations.

On July 30, the Moon will appear close to the star Spica in the constellation Virgo, and on August 1, approximately 45 minutes after sunrise, Venus will reach its highest point in the sky, shining brightly in the constellation Orion.

On August 3, the Moon will pass close to Antares, the brightest star in the constellation Scorpius. These celestial events can be observed from the southern part of America, where the Moon usually passes close to such stars as Antares, Aldebaran, Regulus, and Spica.

For better observation, it is recommended to go to a place with minimal light pollution and look towards the southern or southeast sky after sunset.

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