Don't miss the rare black moon rising August 22-it will be years until the next one. Here's why it'll help you see the Milky Way
Briefly

A black moon occurs when there is a second new moon in a calendar month or in a season with four new moons. The upcoming black moon on August 23, 2023, will be the third new moon of the summer season, with the previous new moons occurring on June 25 and July 24. Such seasonal black moons happen approximately once every 33 months. The event offers a chance to view the Milky Way more clearly due to the darker night sky.
A black moon occurs when there is a second new moon in a calendar month, or when there is a third new moon in a season of four new moons.
Seasonal black moons happen about once every 33 months, making them a rare astronomical event that enthusiasts look forward to.
The black moon provides an excellent opportunity to view the Milky Way, as its absence in the night sky allows for better visibility of celestial bodies.
On August 23, 2023, at 2:06 AM EDT, a black moon will occur, marking a significant event in the lunar calendar.
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