February 2024 Skywatch-10 Unmissable Celestial Events
Skywatch-10 Unmissable Celestial Events The month of February 2024 will offer a spectacular show of celestial events for skywatchers around the world. From planets and comets to the moon and stars, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Here is a summary of the main events and how to observe them. • February 2: Mercury at aphelion The month of February 2024 will offer a spectacular show of celestial events for skywatchers around the world. From planets and comets to the moon and stars, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Here is a summary of the main events and how to observe them. • February 2: Mercury at aphelion Mercury is the closest planet to the sun, but it also has a very elliptical orbit. This means that its distance from the sun varies throughout the year. On February 2, Mercury will reach its aphelion, which is the farthest point from the sun in its orbit. Mercury will be about 69.8 million kilometers away from the sun, compared to its average ...
