The 12-Year Project (at Sky & Telescope)!

Scott Levine

Hey, Sky Fans!

Happy Friday!

So, our old friend Jupiter is at opposition this weekend. That’s, just like we talked about with Saturn earlier this month, the spot when an object is directly opposite another object as seen by a viewer between them.

To celebrate, who’s up for an observing project this weekend? How about an observing project that lasts 12 years?!

I have a new article over at Sky & Telescope today, where we talk about keeping an eye on Jupiter for while and seeing how things go. I’m really happy with the way this one turned out. I hope you’ll give it a read, and let me know what you think.

The 12-Year Cycle of Jupiter Oppositions

Thanks, sincerely, if you do.

Have a great weekend. If you’re in the path of Henri, please be safe.

Thanks for stopping by, and clear skies, everyone!

Published by Scott Levine

I'm a mostly-self-taught, astronomy nut and writer in New York's Hudson Valley. When I'm not doing dad stuff, I'm looking to the skies and writing about it. I usually try to keep things light, easy, and fun around here. Oh, and I'm not a trained artist, all of those sky drawings are just my natural talent. If you have anything you want to ask or see me write about, just let me know. I'd love to hear from you. Thanks for stopping by!

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