A lunar occultation occurs when the Moon passes in front of a star or planet, temporarily blocking it from view.
Antares: Antares is a bright red supergiant star in the constellation Scorpius. It’s about 15 times the mass of our Sun and one of the brightest stars in the night sky.
Observing Lunar Occultations of Antares:
Lunar occultations of Antares are fascinating events to watch.
The next series of occultations started in August 2023 and will continue until 2028. The events take place over a short period, with the star suddenly disappearing behind the Moon and reappearing some time later.
