New moon of August 2025 brings a rare black moon and a close Mars encounter

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August 22, 2025, 3:30 PM

• •A rare black moon will appear on August 23, 2025.
• •On August 26, the moon will make a close pass to Mars.
• •Different locations will have varying views of the conjunction between the moon and Mars.

A black moon on August 23, 2025, will be followed by a close encounter between the moon and Mars. Observers in different locations will have varying opportunities to view this conjunction. The article provides detailed timings and visibility information for specific locations, including the Southern Hemisphere. Additionally, the text mentions the constellations visible in the night sky.

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