July’s night sky is bursting with celestial wonders! From dramatic planetary pairings to a rare lunar occultation of Mars, and the beautiful Delta Aquariid meteor shower, it’s a month skywatchers won’t want to miss.
Here are the most notable sky events of the month:
July 4 – Mercury at Greatest Elongation
Mercury reaches its farthest separation from the Sun, making it visible low in the western sky shortly after sunset.
July 4 – Uranus Near Venus
A close pairing of Uranus and Venus. While Venus will shine brightly, Uranus will be visible with binoculars or a telescope.
July 10 – Full Buck Moon
The midsummer full moon, traditionally named after the antler growth season of male deer (“bucks”) in Native American folklore.
July 16 – Moon Near Saturn & Neptune
The Moon sweeps past both Saturn and Neptune in the sky — a great opportunity for telescope observers.
July 20 – Moon Near Pleiades
The crescent Moon glides near the Pleiades star cluster (also known as the Seven Sisters). A magical sight with binoculars!
July 22 – Moon Near Jupiter
Look to the eastern sky after midnight — the Moon and Jupiter will appear side by side in a beautiful conjunction.
July 24 – New Moon
The sky will be at its darkest, offering perfect conditions for deep sky observations and meteor watching.
July 28 – Moon Occults Mars
A rare event! The Moon will pass directly in front of Mars, briefly hiding it from view. Best viewed with a telescope from selected regions.
July 30–31 – Delta Aquariids Meteor Shower (Peak)
Peaking at up to 20 meteors per hour, this southern meteor shower is best seen after midnight under dark skies.
Whether you’re a casual stargazer or a dedicated skywatcher, July 2025 promises breathtaking sights. Mark your calendars, grab your telescope — and don’t forget to look up!