Astrophotographers can start working immediately in July. Yes, the hours of astronomical darkness are short in the northern hemisphere, but the month has begun with night skies that are, at least, free from moonlight. This month, there are many stunning wide-field shots, from the youngest moon and planetary alignments to the Delta Aquariids meteor shower and the mesmerizing Milky Way arching across the sky. There's also a chance to capture a rare occultation of a bright star.
Here’s everything you need to know about astrophotography in July 2024:
