Exploring the Black Moon: A Rare Celestial Event You Don’t Want to Miss

Dec 30, 2024 Komal Das

Skywatchers can experience a rare "black moon" — the second new moon in a month — a popular event among amateur astronomers

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The black moon will occur on December 30 at 5:27 pm ET, visible in America on the same day, and on December 31 in Europe, Africa, Asia, and India at 3:57 am

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A black moon occurs when two new moons happen in a month, making the moon invisible. It’s similar to a blue moon and is only visible during a solar eclipse

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The black moon enhances star and planet visibility. Jupiter will be visible all night, and Venus will shine brightly in the evening sky

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The black moon a rare event will occur on December 30 at 5:27 pm ET. It will be visible in India at 3:57 am on December 31

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A "black moon" is the second new moon in a calendar month. While not officially recognized in astronomy, it’s a rare event popular with stargazers

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A black moon occurs when two new moons happen in a month, making the moon invisible unless there's a solar eclipse

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In the Northern Hemisphere, Orion, Taurus, and Leo will be visible, with Orion's belt guiding to Sirius, the brightest star

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In the Southern Hemisphere, the Southern Cross (Crux) and Canopus in Carina will be visible

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