Latest Images - Saturn

Looking East

Spica, (right) in the constellation of Virgo and Saturn (left). 23:30 (+8GMT) 2/4/12

Overexposed image showing Saturn's 4 moons, and possibly a fifth hidden by the glare.

Clear skies does carry a new meaning, in that it usually means sacrificing comforts - mosquitoes, the heat and humidity for now!  Clear skies it was - cloudless skies.  I got out my scope and all my gear and stuff alike to brave the heat and 'little blood-sucking friends' Mr.Mossie!  But it was worth it.  The Opposition of Saturn will be on the 15th of April.  Which means Mr. Gas planet no.2 will be closest to Earth in its orbit this month.  More images will be up soon so watch out.  See also 'Planet Hunt' for other planets.