A skywatching preview for November 7 describes bright Venus, the waning crescent Moon and Spica, the brightest star in Virgo, appearing near one another before dawn. The Moon will be only a few percent illuminated.
Look for earthshine: sunlight reflected from Earth can faintly illuminate the dark part of the lunar disk. The effect is easy to understand once you have seen it in person or in a photograph.
Exact altitude and timing depend on Atlanta’s horizon and weather. Use a sky-map app for your location and never look at the Sun through binoculars or a telescope. The reward is a brief, free astronomy outing.
Go to Source — https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/nov/02/starwatch-catch-the-striking-trifecta-of-venus-the-moon-and-spica-at-break-of-dawn
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