Image processingJupiter is closest to Earth in the year. Last night (3 Nov. 2023) the National Astronomical Research Institute captured images of the activity atmosphere. “Opening the stargazing festival…feeling the cold breeze at nightJupiterNear the Earth” from observatories in 5 provinces, namely Sirindhorn Astronomical Park, Mae Rim District, Chiang Mai Province and the 7th Cycle Birthday Anniversary Chaloem Phrakiat Observatory, Nakhon Ratchasima, Chachoengsao, Songkhla and Khon Kaen, received great interest from people traveling to participate in the activities.
which way Nari Live broadcastThe phenomenon of Jupiter being closest to Earth in the year.Also available for viewing are images of Jupiter through a telescope. Highlights are the Great Red Spot, cloud bands, and the Galilean moons (Io, Europa, Ganymede, Callisto). During the period around 9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., there is also a phenomenon. Solar eclipse on Jupiter It is when Ganymede’s moon passes in front of Jupiter. Observed clearly through a telescope There are also other celestial objects that can be viewed, including Saturn, the Andromeda galaxy, etc.
Jupiter, with its moon Ganymede passing in front of the moon, casts a shadow on the surface of Jupiter. clearly noticed And after last night Jupiter is still visible in the sky in the evening. It can be observed with the naked eye in the east after the sun sets. and appeared all night until the morning.
For the next Stargazing and Winter Festival, there will be a phenomenon. Geminids meteor shower, night 14 – morning 15 December 2023, begin viewing the phenomenon at 8:00 p.m. onwards until dawn. The maximum falling rate is approximately 120-150 stars/hour.
And on December 23, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. there will be a Starry Night over Bangkok activity, looking at the stars in the middle of the city at Benjakitti Park, Bangkok.
Compilation of photos of the activity atmosphere
Picture from NARIT, National Astronomical Research Institute.
