This week brings a celestial highlight that stargazers won't want to miss: the first full moon of 2024, also known as the 'Wolf Moon.' Taking place on Thursday, this event offers a breathtaking sight as the moon rises in the eastern sky. But before that, there are a few other notable astronomical events to observe.
On Monday, January 22, look towards the east-southeast after dark to witness a captivating sight: a 90% illuminated waxing gibbous moon forming a triangle with two bright stars, Aldebaran in Taurus and Betelgeuse in Orion. This celestial formation is sure to grab your attention and spark a sense of wonder.
