Big Skywatching Events in June in Western Washington

Big skywatching events in June in western Washington

Summer solstice is June 20, the Stawberry Moon is June 11, and the Bootids meteor shower is June 22-July 2, peaking on June 27.

June Astronomy: The month brings the shortest nights of the year—with so much to see!

As June begins, bright Jupiter is very low in the west-northwest twilight, and Mars is far to its upper left; they’re the only evening planets. Begin following Jupiter while it’s easy to see at the start of the month, and let the departing giant be your guide to emerging Mercury for a few evenings around June 7. A few days later, Jupiter disappears, and Mercury replaces it.  Bright stars at dusk include the Arch of Spring: Procyon is low in the …

Skywatch: June stargazing — the great late show

If you’re a night owl, this is the perfect time of year for you, as stargazing has now become a late-night delight! Catch an afternoon nap, grab a lawn chair and the June star map. If you have an app like Sky Guide, all the better! (Mike Lynch) The transition in the night sky is just about complete. The stars and constellations of winter are pretty much gone, setting well before the sun. In early June you can still see a few holdovers. Among the…

What can we expect to see in the night sky in June?

With June starting Sunday, our meteorologist Cory Smith is giving us a look at the celestial calendar.

June Astronomy: The Month Brings the Shortest Nights of the Year—With So Much to See! - Coachella Valley Independent

As June begins, bright Jupiter is very low in the west-northwest twilight, and Mars is far to its upper left; they’re the only evening planets. Begin following Jupiter while it’s easy to see at the start of the month, and let the departing giant be your guide to emerging Mercury for a few evenings around June 7. A few days later, Jupiter disappears, and Mercury replaces it.Bright stars at dusk include the Arch of Spring: Procyon is low in the we…