A show in heaven awaits us this February 2025. A whole NAISH ASTRONOMIC EVENT CALENDAR To look at the stars and contemplate the wonders of our space. These are the best astronomical events in February that you can see in Mexico.
The month of love and friendship promises to be perfect to see heaven and stars, something quite romantic. This month brings with it a parade of unmissable astronomical phenomena, from planet brightness to spectacular lunar events.
There is no specific reason for these events, it is simply a time when planets orbit around the sun in the same plane which makes them sometimes seem to align and see different astronomical scenarios.
One of the first events is on February 2, when the Moon will be at its closest point. On this day, our natural satellite will reach its perigee, that is, the closest point to Earth in its elliptical orbit. This means that the moon will be only 356,978 kilometers away from the earth, shining with greater intensity and wearing a larger than usual. You can detail the craters and textures of the lunar surface. If you have a telescope, you can see these characteristics more clearly, although even with the naked eye, it will be an impressive show.
On February 10, the planet closest to the Sun, Mercury, will be the center of all eyes. During this day, Mercury will be in superior conjunction with the sun, reaching its maximum brightness. It will be visible shortly before dawn.
February 12 brings a double astronomical show. On the one hand, it will be the full moon, known as the Snow Moon in many cultures due to intense snowfalls that usually occur in February in the northern hemisphere. But that’s not all: those who have access to a telescope can marvel at the Amphitrite asteroid, a celestial body of great relevance for astronomy that will be seen in the vicinity of the earth from an astronomical perspective.
On February 19, the well-known “Lucero del Alba” will be starring, which will reach its maximum brightness during this date. This planet, one of the luminous celestial objects in the sky, will locate at the point closest to its orbit around the sun. The event will be visible without the need for instruments such as telescopes.
Finally, on February 28, we will have the 7 planet alignment, an event that will be seen again within 467 years. It can be seen from any little illuminated part, just before dawn. Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune, Venus, Saturn, and Mercury will be put in line for everyone’s enjoyment.
To fully enjoy all these events, it is essential to plan in advance and follow some recommendations:
- Seek areas far from urban lights, such as rural areas or high areas, to avoid light pollution and observe the sky more easily.
- If you have access to a telescope or binoculars, use them to observe more details, especially during the perigee of the moon and the passage of the Amphitrite asteroid.
- Check the weather forecast to make sure the conditions are favorable (clear skies).
- If you like photography, don’t forget to register these moments. Use appropriate tripods and configurations to capture quality images.
A month full of emotions and unique events with the astronomical calendar of February 2025. Enjoy the majesty of the stars and do not miss any of these events.