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Milky Way to Dazzle U.S. Skies May 2025!

5/25/2025

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Get ready for a celestial spectacle! From May 20 to May 30, 2025, the Milky Way will dazzle night skies across the U.S., particularly in Texas, California, and Arizona. The best time to witness this breathtaking sight is between midnight and 5 a.m. on the new moon, May 26, when Dark Sky Communities will offer the perfect backdrop, free from light pollution.

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Get ready for a celestial spectacle! From May 20 to May 30, 2025, the Milky Way will dazzle night skies across the U.S., particularly in Texas, California, and Arizona. The best time to witness this breathtaking sight is between midnight and 5 a.m. on the new moon, May 26, when Dark Sky Communities will offer the perfect backdrop, free from light pollution.