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Mercury at Greatest Western Elongation — February 2029
Mercury reaches greatest western elongation, at its highest point above the horizon in the morning sky.
Supermoon — February 2029
The Moon reaches full phase near its closest approach to Earth, appearing larger and brighter than usual.
March Equinox 2029 — Spring Equinox
The Sun shines directly on the equator, giving nearly equal amounts of day and night worldwide. Marks the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere.
Mars at Opposition 2029
Mars sits directly opposite the Sun, at its closest approach to Earth and fully illuminated. The best time all year to view and photograph the Red Planet.
Supermoon — March 2029
A full moon coinciding with lunar perigee, making the Moon appear noticeably larger and brighter in the night sky.
Jupiter at Opposition 2029
Jupiter sits directly opposite the Sun, at its closest approach to Earth and fully illuminated. Binoculars reveal the four Galilean moons as bright dots either side of the planet.
Asteroid Apophis Earth Close Approach
The 375-metre asteroid Apophis passes just 32,000 km above Earth — closer than geostationary satellites — and will be visible to the naked eye from Europe, Africa and Asia.
Mercury at Greatest Eastern Elongation — April 2029
Mercury reaches greatest eastern elongation, its highest point above the horizon in the evening sky.
Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak 2029
The Lyrids peak with about 20 meteors per hour, produced by dust from comet C/1861 G1 Thatcher. Radiates from the constellation Lyra.
Supermoon — April 2029
A full moon at lunar perigee, appearing larger and brighter than an average full moon.
Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower Peak 2029
The Eta Aquariids peak with 30 to 60 meteors per hour, produced by debris from Halley's Comet. Best viewed from the Southern Hemisphere.
Mercury at Greatest Western Elongation — June 2029
Mercury reaches greatest western elongation, best viewed low in the eastern sky before sunrise.
Partial Solar Eclipse — June 12, 2029
A partial solar eclipse occurs as the Moon covers part of the Sun's disc. Visible across parts of the Arctic, northern Europe and North America.
June Solstice 2029 — Summer Solstice
The Sun reaches its northernmost point in the sky, marking the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and the first day of summer.
Total Lunar Eclipse — June 26, 2029
A total lunar eclipse turns the Moon a deep red as it passes fully into Earth's umbral shadow.
Partial Solar Eclipse — July 11, 2029
A partial solar eclipse visible from parts of southern South America, as the Moon covers a portion of the Sun's disc.
Delta Aquariid Meteor Shower Peak 2029
The Delta Aquariids peak with up to 20 meteors per hour, produced by debris from comets Marsden and Kracht. Best viewed after midnight from a dark site.
Perseid Meteor Shower Peak 2029
The Perseids peak with up to 60 meteors per hour, produced by debris from comet Swift-Tuttle. One of the best showers of the year, radiating from Perseus.
43rd Annual Small Satellite Conference (SmallSat 2029)
The 43rd Small Satellite Conference, the leading global gathering for the small satellite community, with technical papers, exhibits and side meetings.
Mercury at Greatest Eastern Elongation — August 2029
Mercury reaches greatest eastern elongation, at its highest point above the evening horizon after sunset.