BA News Night Sky in April 31 Mar 2015 Spring is galaxy time for the northern night sky, and the observer is spoilt for choice between the rich offerings of Ursa Major, Leo, Virgo and Coma Berenices. Working out…
BA News March Sky 28 Feb 2015 I generally comment on the night sky in these posts, but the major astronomical event in March is the total solar eclipse on 20 March, so I am going to…
BA News February Night Sky 1 Feb 2015 Jupiter comes to opposition on 6 February, on the Cancer/Leo border. At magnitude -2.6 it is unmistakable, and with a disc 45" wide there is plenty to see. But one…