Jupiter to Disappear Behind the Moon on October 6

Jupiter is set to pass behind the Moon on Tuesday, October 6, in an astronomical event known as a lunar occultation.

The Moon will be a waning crescent at the time, with only 20% of its visible surface illuminated. It will be a little more than four days away from the new moon phase.

A lunar occultation occurs when the Moon moves in front of a more distant celestial object, temporarily hiding it from view. In this case, Jupiter will be concealed behind the lunar disk before emerging again as the Moon continues its orbit.

The Moon’s thin crescent reflects its position late in the lunar cycle. Its illuminated portion will continue to shrink as it approaches the new moon.

Visibility of the occultation depends on the observer’s location. The information provided does not specify viewing areas or local times for Jupiter’s disappearance and reappearance.