Were Irish astronomers and heres the most spectacular events coming up… – The Irish Sun

IRISH astronomers have revealed the most spectacular sky events coming up in the NEXT MONTH.

Astronomy Ireland, the worlds most popular astronomy society have outlined an action packed Autumn for budding Irish skygazers, from super rockets to star parties, here's everything that's in store.

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Despite the exciting events in store, Astronomy Ireland have outlined a variety of planets that are visible right now.

Saturn is visible to the naked eye as a bright star low in the South all evening.

Jupiter rises before 10pm and blazes in the East as the brightest star-like object all evening.

The iconic "red planet" Mars rises at 11:30pm in the East and is brighter than Saturn but not as bright as Jupiter.

The society say it is "beautifully placed" between the Pleiades and Hyades clusters.

Venus is very low in the East, however, keen early risers will see it over the next few weeks as it can only be seen at dawn.

The popular astronomy society have also highlighted some key September dates skygazers need to pencil in.

On September 14 Uranus will pass behind the Moon.

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And just a day later on September 15 the International Space Station will be visible in evening skies for 2 weeks!

September 16 will of a "spectacular" naked eye view of Mars as it sits just a stone's throw from the Moon.

In the coming weeks Astronomy Ireland have also teased even more spectacular events taking place in the coming weeks.

They said: "NASA launches it's new super-rocket to the Moon at last, leading to people on the Moon in 2025.

"Saturn and Jupiter are brilliant evening objects next to the Moon, Mars is building towards a close approach to Earth.

"There's even an eclipse from Ireland in October, and loads more events like this to keep you informed of!"

But before all that on August 27, Ireland's biggest annual star party, Star-B-Q kicks off in the beautiful Wicklow mountains.

Promoting the event, the non-profit society said: "Join us under the very dark skies of the Wicklow mountains for our annual barbecue under the stars - Star-B-Q - now Ireland's biggest annual 'star party'.

"Showcasing some of the biggest telescopes in Ireland you will view the wonders of the universe, especially Saturn and Jupiter!

"Saturn will be especially incredible.

"With three amazing public talks, trade stands, professionally catered barbecue food all included, and more, this is an event not to be missed!"

Tickets and more details of the event can be accessed here, and you can follow Astronomy Ireland's Instagram page here.

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