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Astronomy experts issue viewing tips for September Moon-Saturn conjunction

Five practical guidelines for optimal observation of the 2026 September Moon-Saturn conjunction were published by astronomy experts on Sept 25.

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Astronomy experts published five practical guidelines for optimal viewing of the 2026 September Moon-Saturn conjunction, according to a report filed Sept 25.[1] The 2026 September Harvest Full Moon reaches peak illumination at 12:49 p.m. EDT on Sept 26, per The Old Farmer’s Almanac.[3] Most US viewers will not observe the exact full moon peak, as it occurs during daylight hours; viewing is recommended after sunset.[4] Separately, NASA selected the photograph 'The Ghosts of Five Supernovas' as its Astronomy Picture of the Day on Sept 24.[2]
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  1. Astronomy experts published five practical guidelines for optimal viewing of the 2026 September Moon-Saturn conjunction. · Oaxaca El UniversalMexico
  2. NASA selected the photograph 'The Ghosts of Five Supernovas' as its Astronomy Picture of the Day on 2026-09-24. · Media Indonesia
  3. The 2026 September Harvest Full Moon reaches peak illumination at 12:49 p.m. EDT on 2026-09-26, per The Old Farmer’s Almanac. · Hindustan TimesIndia
  4. Most US viewers will not observe the exact full moon peak on 2026-09-26, as it occurs during daylight hours; viewing is recommended after sunset. · Hindustan TimesIndia
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