Night sky tonight (March 11) — The third quarter moon takes flight in the predawn sky
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Celestial Event Observations
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Opened20 MAR 2026 / 14:31
Updated3 weeks ago
Peak Activity21 MAR 2026 / 14:17
Situation Report
1. Current Assessment
Recent observations confirm the third quarter moon's visibility in the predawn sky, while new data indicates an upcoming narrow miss between asteroid 2024 YR4 and the moon.
2. Key Developments
- 01The third quarter moon was prominently visible in the predawn sky on March 11.
- 02New data has been released confirming asteroid 2024 YR4's trajectory will narrowly miss the moon.
- 03The James Webb Space Telescope has identified cold 'footprints' left by Jupiter's moons in the planet's auroras.
- 04A recent daily photo from March 10, 2026, captured the documented death of a star in the Cat's Eye nebula.
3. Background
This report compiles ongoing observations of various celestial events, ranging from routine lunar phases and close asteroid approaches to significant deep-space phenomena. Data is sourced from diverse astronomical studies and telescopic observations, providing insight into the dynamic nature of the cosmos.
4. Principal Actors
MoonAsteroid 2024 YR4JupiterJames Webb Space TelescopeCat's Eye (nebula)Stars
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Event Log
11 MAR 2026
10:06
The third quarter moon will be visible in the predawn sky on March 11.
10 MAR 2026
22:55
New data indicates asteroid 2024 YR4 will narrowly miss the moon.
22:00
The James Webb Space Telescope observed Jupiter's moons creating 'cold footprints' in the planet's auroras.
This discovery provides new insights into the interactions between Jupiter's moons and its powerful magnetic field, influencing the planet's atmospheric phenomena.
04:01
NASA Science discusses the variations and properties of lunar eclipses.
The article explains the different 'shades' or appearances that a lunar eclipse can take, based on atmospheric conditions and other factors.
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