October Astronomical Events: Rare Hunter Moon, Brighter Planets to Ring of Fire Solar Eclipse Expected

October will mark much-waited unique views in the night skies.

This month is full of exciting astronomical events, from brighter planets to the Ring of Fire Solar eclipse and rare hunter moon.

Astronomy and space lovers should not miss the amazing sightings in the night skies. It is best to ready your cameras and calendar so that you will not miss the events this month.

The Ring of Fire Solar Eclipse on October 14, 2023

According to recent reports, people can see the rare Ring of Fire Solar Eclipse on October 14, 2023.

On the same date, the annular solar eclipse is expected in North America.

Parts of the US can witness the rare view of the Ring of Fire Solar Eclipse, especially in the Southwestern US, Yucatan Peninsula, Colorado, New Mexico, Four Corner regions and Oregon to Gulf of Mexico.

People with plans to check the unique eclipse should use eye protection to view the solar eclipse in closer view. Looking directly can cause eye injury

Hunter's Moon on October 28, 2023

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Hunter's Moon. October will show the unique and much-awaited astronomical events in the night skies. People should not miss the rare hunter moon, brighter planets and Ring of Fire Solar Eclipse.

Next is the Hunter's Moon, which is expected to peak on October 28, 2023 (Eastern Time). The moon will emerge unusually bigger during the Hunter's Moon.

The term 'Hunter's Moon' refers to a time for hunters to hunt due to the arrival of the winter season and cold, helping them to survive in extreme weather with food sources.

Other names associated with the Hunter's Moon are Blood Moon and Sanguine Moon. In addition, the moon in October is also called Falling Leaves Moon, Drying Rice Moon, Freezing Moon and Migrating Moon.

Brighter planets in October

This October, Saturn and Jupiter can appear brighter which can give a better view for planet lovers. Viewing the two planets is best in the night skies.

In the first week of October, people can see a view of the waning gibbous moon appearing bright near planet Jupiter. There is also a chance to see the sightings of the unique Pleiades star cluster, also known as seven sisters.

On October 21 to 22, the peak of the Orionid Meteor Shower is also expected.

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Preparing for the rare astronomical and planet views this October

October is full of sky sightings starting in the first week. The weather is expected to cooperate with people anticipating the astronomical events, especially in the first week of the month.

Here are essential reminders to stay alert for the rare views this October.

People should not miss astronomical sightings by saving the date on their mobile phone calendars to see the night skies.
Don't forget to bring cameras, power banks and binoculars. It is best to protect your eyes to avoid injuries and avoid prolonged exposure to the bright sun.