JOURNAL ARTICLE

Jupiter's Double-Shadow Jamboree: October features numerous opportunities to observe moon-shadow pairs crossing the Jovian disk.

  • Published In: Sky & Telescope, 2025, v. 150, n. 4. P. 48 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: King, Bob 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the opportunities for observing double-shadow transits of Jupiter's Galilean moons during October 2025. It highlights that eight of the twelve events are visible from North America, primarily occurring between midnight and dawn. The article explains the rarity of double-shadow transits, which typically involve the moons Io and Europa, and provides specific dates and times for these events. Additionally, it mentions the upcoming Orionid meteor shower, which peaks on the night of October 20-21, 2025, offering favorable viewing conditions due to the absence of moonlight. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Sky & Telescope. 2025/10, Vol. 150, Issue 4, p48
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0037-6604
  • Accession Number:186453214
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