A Stunning Astronomical Event Awaits You!

Get ready for an extraordinary morning as Titan, Saturn’s largest moon, takes center stage in an incredible celestial performance! Early risers should focus their telescopes on the majestic Saturn, where Titan and its shadow will create a mesmerizing show.

Timing is Everything: Don’t Miss the Transit!

The excitement kicks off at 1 A.M. EDT, when Titan's shadow first makes its appearance on Saturn. For those in the eastern U.S., this will be an early Thursday spectacle, while viewers on the West Coast will catch it late Wednesday night.

As the shadow gradually emerges at the northeastern edge of the planet, it will take around 25 minutes for it to fully reveal itself. With Saturn well positioned high in the southeast, viewers will be treated to an unforgettable sight!

Titan’s Transit Journey!

Titan’s shadow will glide across Saturn for about two hours, reaching the midpoint around 3 A.M. EDT. As Titan moves in, it will officially begin its transit across Saturn’s stunning northern polar region at approximately 5 A.M. EDT. Just after the shadow starts its graceful disappearing act on the northwestern edge, Titan will also begin to fade from view by 5:15 A.M. EDT.

Don’t Forget About Tethys!

But that’s not all, star gazers! Keep an eye out for Tethys too, as it transits Saturn between 4:30 A.M. EDT and 6:25 A.M. CDT. Though visibility may be tricky, keen planetary imagers might catch a glimpse of this magnitude 10 moon during its journey.

Mark Your Calendars for Sunrise and Sunset!

To complete your morning of astronomical wonders, enjoy the sunrise at 6:31 A.M. and sunset at 7:26 P.M. Don’t forget the lunar charm either; the moon rises at 6:03 P.M. and sets at 2:40 A.M.!

Moon Phase Excitement!

Finally, the moon is currently in a waxing gibbous phase with 89% illumination, providing perfect lighting conditions for stargazing.