• A rare Black Moon, the third new moon in a season of four, will occur in late August, offering dark skies ideal for stargazing.
• The Black Moon will appear before midnight on August 22 in the Western Hemisphere, providing optimal viewing conditions for the Milky Way, star clusters, and nebulae.
• Occurring roughly every 33 months, this Black Moon presents a unique opportunity for astronomy enthusiasts to observe the cosmos under exceptionally dark conditions.