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Tips for enjoying the glorious full moon in GZ

The Mid-Autumn Festival is coming. What's so special about this year's Mid-Autumn moon? When is the best time to enjoy the glorious full moon? Here are some tips!

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What's so special about the full moon?

This year's roundest moon will appear at 17:59 on September 10, which is only visible from the eastern part of Heilongjiang Province in China. But don't be discouraged, the minor difference between the full moon and the fullest is invisible to the naked eye, and residents in most parts of China can enjoy a full moon at the festival night. In addition, this year's Mid-Autumn Moon is the brightest in eight years.

One day after the Mid-Autumn Festival, on September 11, at 23:17, the Moon-Jupiter conjunction will appear! 96% of the moon's disk will become the brightest spot in the night sky. A telescope will provide the best view of lunar craters. And Jupiter is also bright enough to be seen by the naked eye. A wonderful astronomical view!

Photo: Nanfang Daily

Tips for enjoying the glorious full moon in GZ

In Guangzhou, the best time to enjoy the glorious full moon is from the evening of September 10 to the early morning of the next day. Starting at 18:48 on September 10, the moon will rise over the southeastern horizon. At 0:44 the next day, the moon will be at its highest, and will be due south, becoming the "compass" in the sky. By 6:46, the moon will set on the southwest horizon.

During the Mid-Autumn Festival, when the moon rises the highest in Guangzhou:

At 23:54 on September 9, the horizontal height will be 53 degrees.

At 0:44 on September 11, the horizontal height will be 59 degrees.

At 1:32 on September 12, the horizontal height will be 66 degrees.

Save this tip and enjoy the beautiful full moon in the next few days! Wish you a happy Mid-Autumn Festival.


Author | Alice

Editor | Wing, Olivia, Monica, Jerry

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