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August Sky Spectacle: Eclipses & Meteors | Washington DC News
August’s sky is packed with cosmic drama—partial solar and lunar eclipses, a dazzling Milky Way, and the peak of the Perseid meteor shower. Don’t miss the deep partial solar eclipse on the 12th or the total solar eclipse visible in Greenland, Iceland, and northern Russia. For most, it’s a partial view—but safety first: always use certified solar glasses. The full Sturgeon Moon (Aug 27–28) will also be partially eclipsed. Meanwhile, the Perseids shine brightest on the 12th/13th with no moonlight to interfere. Mars and Venus team up with the crescent moon, while Jupiter and Mercury dance close…
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