In April, the Astronomical phenomena They will bring Beautiful visual shows For lovers of celestial events. A few days after the full moon and witnessing the day without shade in Guatemala, we share the most important details about these unique events.
In principle, the full moon we will have in April is not a lunar phase like any other, since it will mark the arrival of Easter. In other words, This full moon determines the beginning of Holy Week every yearaccording to the liturgical calendar.
The Christian tradition establishes that the first Full moon after March 20 It is known as Pascual, a key date to define the days of the Major Week, since the next Sunday to this phase is celebrated on Resurrection Sunday.
In addition to the lunar phases, we can also observe other astronomical events, such as the day without shade, in which we will stop appreciating the shadows for a few moments and solar radiation will fall directly on human bodies and objects.
What astronomical phenomena will be in April 2025?
According to information from the National Institute of Seismology, Volcanology, Meteorology and Hydrology of Guatemala (Insivumeh), the calendar of the Guatemalan Association of Astronomy (AGA), NASA and other sources, These are some of the most important events that we can witness during the month:
Conjunción Luna y Marte – April 5
NASA explains that we will find the moon in growing room just next to Mars that day. In addition, experts claim that this planet has been directly among the brilliant stars PROCION AND POLUX Earlier this month, but travels visibly during April.
Full Moon – April 12
The Specialized Star Walk site states that this phase will take place in the constellation of Virgo, close to the Spica star. Although in many places it is known as Pink moon, It is important to clarify that the name is not related to satellite colorbut with spring.
Maximum western elongation of Mercury – April 21
According to Insivumeh data, The elongation of an inner planet refers to the angle that form the earth, the sun and said planet. During this event, the elongation of Mercury will reach 27.39 degrees, very close to the maximum possible of 28 degrees.
Although it is expected that the best time of observation will be at 1 pm, the best moments to observe this phenomenon are the days 21 and 22 between 4.30 and 5.30 hours, to the east, before dawn. Likewise, it can be observed near Venus and Saturn, according to the meteorological entity.
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Lyrid rain – April 22
This phenomenon consists of a modest meteor rain that will reach its maximum point during the night of April 21 to the morning of 22, according to NASA. According to the scientific entity, up to 15 meteors per hour will be appreciated with dark skies. It is suggested to observe it after 10.30 pm, although the appeal of its visibility will depend on climatic conditions.
Several planetary conjunctions – from April 25 to 30
According to the AGA, there will be various conjunctions between the earth’s satellite and other celestial bodiesas well as some that will occur between one or more planets with each other, among which can be listed:
- April 25: Conjunction of the Moon, Saturn and Venus
- April 26: Conjunction between the Moon and Mercury
- April 28: Conjunction between Saturn and Venus
- April 30: Conjunction between the Moon and Jupiter
Shadowless Day – April 30
Did you know that during this day we will not project shadow with our body? According to Guatemalan astronomer Edgar Castro, This phenomenon is known as the zenith of the sunsince it happens when this star is positioned completely vertically at the highest point in the sky. As a result, shadows are not projected at noon.
Although the visualization of the event is safe, It is suggested to use effective sun protection during that daysince the radiation of the sun could be significantly intensified, according to experts.