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April 19, 2018

In the Sky

Moon in Winter Circle April 19 to 21

Current Sun and Moon Data

Moon

% of full
Age: %
Hemisphere
Moonrise:
Moonset:

phases of the moon

Sun

Sunrise:
Sunset:

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What's Up for April 2018

The Moon, Mars and Saturn form a pretty triangle in early April. Lyrid meteors are visible late in the month, peaking high overhead on the 22nd. Through a telescope, Jupiter's cloud belts and Great Red Spot are easy to see.

Weather Forecast

More Planning Tools

ClearSky Chart

Click your location on the map to check on viewing condition predictions in your area.

Sky Maps

Navigate the night sky. Download a sky map for the current month.

Spot the Station

Choose your state, then city to see when the International Space Station can be seen crossing the sky.

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