The Waxing Crescent Moon Visits the Red Giant Star Antares Tonight

The constellation Scorpius the Scorpion is at its best on October evenings. The bright red star Antares is the Heart of the Scorpion. If you’re in the city - with no dark sky - you might not see the entire constellation. But you will see Antares. Depending on your sky’s darknes and your latitude you might also catch a glimpse of the Scorpion’s curved tail. Antares and the Scorpion’s Tail are seen low in the sky from latitudes like those in the northern U.S. or Canada. The Moon will be sweeping through Scorpius on October 18 and 19, 2023. It’ll be closest to bright red Antares, on October 18th. Watch for the Moon! Despite its glare, Antares’ red color might be noticeable. As the Moon moves away from Antares, by about October 20 you’ll see the Moon edging near in the sky to the Teapot asterism in the constellation Sagittarius the Archer. From anywhere on Earth, under a dark sky, you can recognize the constellation Scorpius the Scorpion and its bright red star Antares. Let the Moon point Antares out to you on October 18 and 19, 2023. Clear Skies Everyone! #skywatching #crescentmoon #Scorpius Images credit: NASA/JPL, nemesis maturity channel Music credit: YouTube Audio Library