July 2024 is a month full of exciting astronomical events for skywatchers around the world. On July 1: The Moon will be in close proximity to Mars, offering a splendid view for skywatchers. On July 3: A conjunction of the Moon and Jupiter will occur, which can be observed as they appear near each other in the sky. On July 5: New Moon, the perfect time for stargazing as the absence of moonlight allows for darker skies. On July 15: Mars and Uranus will be in close approach, an interesting event for those with telescopes. On July 24: A lunar occultation of Saturn will take place, where the Moon passes in front of Saturn, temporarily obscuring it from view. On July 31: The Southern Delta Aquariid meteor shower will peak, offering a celestial spectacle with numerous meteors streaking across the sky.
