Here are some Lunar Updates for the Month of August 2024!
New Moon: This occurs when the Moon is between the Earth and the Sun, so it appears dark and cannot be seen from Earth. In August 2024, the New Moon falls on August 17.
First Quarter Moon: Also known as the Waxing Crescent Moon, this phase occurs when the Moon is one-quarter of the way through its orbit around the Earth. In August 2024, the First Quarter Moon is on August 24.
Full Moon: The Full Moon is when the entire face of the Moon is illuminated by the Sun and appears fully round and bright. In August 2024, the Full Moon occurs on August 1.
Last Quarter Moon: Also known as the Waning Crescent Moon, this phase occurs when the Moon is three-quarters of the way through its orbit around the Earth. In August 2024, the Last Quarter Moon is on August 9.
Blue Moon: While not an astronomical event in the traditional sense, the term "Blue Moon" is colloquially used to refer to the second Full Moon in a calendar month. In August 2024, there is no Blue Moon as there is only one Full Moon on August 1.
Perseid Meteor Shower: While not directly related to the Moon's phases, the Perseid meteor shower is an annual event that peaks in mid-August. It occurs when the Earth passes through the debris left by the comet Swift-Tuttle, leading to a display of shooting stars in the night sky.
