In October, the Krasnoyarsk residents will be able to see three comets, the “fruitful” moon and two starfalls / News of the Society of Krasnoyarsk and the Krasnoyarsk Territory / Newslab.ru
October 1 9:00
The Observatory of the University of Reshetnev told what spectacular astronomical phenomena can be observed in Krasnoyarsk in the second month of autumn.
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So, October 7 The first super moon will happen 2025. The moon will be as close as possible to the ground and will become especially bright: the visible size of the satellite will be 7 % more, and brightness – 13 % higher than usual. Our ancestors called this phenomenon a “fruitful” moon, since its light helped Farmers collect the last crop until late at night, even after sunset.
Immediately after the full moon, On the night of October 8 to 9, the maximum of activity will reach the meteor stream of dragonida5 to 15 “falling” stars per hour is expected.
October 20-21 will happen peak Meteor flow of Orionids – up to 20 “Falling” stars per hour. Astronomers say that out of two autumn starships lIt is Orionids who will study for observations – favorable conditions are associated with the new moon.
Besides, On October 19, Mercury and Mars will come together in the evening sky.
As the head of the Observatory of the University of Reshetnev, Sergei Veselkov, said, the main events of the month will be the flight of three comets:
“In October, under favorable conditions and far from the urban lighting, the Krasnoyarsk residents will receive a unique opportunity to observe three comets. Comet C/2025 R2 (SWAN) It has the potential for observing the naked eye, it will pass at a distance of 0.27 A.E. From the ground. Visibility period: evening, mid-month, the southwestern part of the sky; In Krasnoyarsk, it is better to observe her in the evening in mid-October in the southwest of a low above the horizon. An interesting detail: in early October, the Earth can pass through a cloud of particles left by this comet and, if the forecast is confirmed, an additional meteor stream awaits us. Comet C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) It can also achieve brightness visible without optics; pEriod of observations: Evening, middle of the month, the western part of the sky. Comet C/2025 K1 (Atlas) will be available for observation in binoculars In the morning on the eastern part of the sky. “
Back in October, some planets will be visible in the sky: notsu – Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, atTrom – Venus.
“Prepare binoculars and turn off the city light – we are waiting for the sight, ”said Sergey Veselkov. – For the best observations of meteor streams and comets, I recommend getting out of the city where the sky is darker. ”
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