IRISH astronomers have revealed the most spectacular sky events coming up in the NEXT MONTH.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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Despite the exciting events in store, Astronomy Ireland have outlined a variety of planets that are visible right now.<\/p>\n
Saturn is visible to the naked eye as a bright star low in the South all evening.<\/p>\n
Jupiter rises before 10pm and blazes in the East as the brightest star-like object all evening.<\/p>\n
The iconic \"red planet\" Mars rises at 11:30pm in the East and is brighter than Saturn but not as bright as Jupiter. <\/p>\n
The society say it is \"beautifully placed\" between the Pleiades and Hyades clusters.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
The popular astronomy society have also highlighted some key September dates skygazers need to pencil in.<\/p>\n
On September 14 Uranus will pass behind the Moon.<\/p>\n
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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!<\/p>\n
September 16 will of a \"spectacular\" naked eye view of Mars as it sits just a stone's throw from the Moon.<\/p>\n
In the coming weeks Astronomy Ireland have also teased even more spectacular events taking place in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n
They said: \"NASA launches it's new super-rocket to the Moon at last, leading to people on the Moon in 2025.<\/p>\n
\"Saturn and Jupiter are brilliant evening objects next to the Moon, Mars is building towards a close approach to Earth. <\/p>\n
\"There's even an eclipse from Ireland in October, and loads more events like this to keep you informed of!\"<\/p>\n
But before all that on August 27, Ireland's biggest annual star party, Star-B-Q kicks off in the beautiful Wicklow mountains.<\/p>\n
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'.<\/p>\n
\"Showcasing some of the biggest telescopes in Ireland you will view the wonders of the universe, especially Saturn and Jupiter!<\/p>\n
\"Saturn will be especially incredible.<\/p>\n
\"With three amazing public talks, trade stands, professionally catered barbecue food all included, and more, this is an event not to be missed!\"<\/p>\n
Tickets and more details of the event can be accessed here, and you can follow Astronomy Ireland's Instagram page here.<\/p>\n
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