Skywatching Tips for July 2025
What’s up in the day and night sky in July 2025, including the Moon occulting the Pleiades, and Sirius—the Dog Star—rising. Plus, Earth is at its farthest from the Sun.
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Moon Guide for July 2025
July’s Moon phases, plus the Moon does the rounds and snuggles up to Saturn, Venus, Jupiter, and Mars throughout the month.
Carnival/Shrove Tuesday
Shrove Tuesday is a religious holiday before the fasting period of Lent. It is celebrated by eating pancakes and holding Carnival parades.
AM and PM Explained
How does the 12-hour clock system work? Is midnight 12 am or 12 pm?