A full moon rises Wednesday that could bring some color to a summer night.
Last month鈥檚 full strawberry moon showed impressive color as it rose and we may get a repeat this month.
The full buck moon starts to rise at around 9 p.m. in the southeast on Wednesday. Go to to get a more precise time for your location as you really want to see the moon just as it ascends from the horizon.
With the heat and humidity the D.C. region is currently experiencing, I predict that it will be an impressively colored moonrise that will occur deep yellowish, orange or reddish. Try to find a clear view of the horizon or a favorite landmark to watch the moon rise 鈥� I don鈥檛 think you will be disappointed! Take a picture too!
Escape the heat this summer by visiting and enjoying a variety of , including some by yours truly. In fact, I will be at Big Meadows Lodge on Wednesday night at 9 p.m. followed by some stargazing, if it is clear.
The rangers at the park also conduct astronomy related events, so check their schedule once you are at the park.
If you want to stay cooler, see dark skies and the Milky Way, Shenandoah National Park is the place to be.
Oh, and be sure to be on the lookout for the Aug. 1 edition of 鈥淓yes to the Skies鈥� on 91欧美激情鈥檚 Space Place as it is going to be a very busy month of sky happenings.
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