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Black Moon Arrives August 23, Stargazers Rejoice!

8/20/2025

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A Black Moon will occur on August 23, 2025, at 2:06 a.m. EDT, marking the third new moon of the season.
The event is invisible due to the moon's position between Earth and the sun.
Stargazers can view the Milky Way and bright stars like Vega, Deneb, and Altair.
The following Black Moon will take place on August 31, 2027.

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Story summary

A Black Moon will occur on August 23, 2025, at 2:06 a.m. EDT, marking the third new moon of the season.
The event is invisible due to the moon's position between Earth and the sun.
Stargazers can view the Milky Way and bright stars like Vega, Deneb, and Altair.
The following Black Moon will take place on August 31, 2027.