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Sunday, August 16, 2026

Sky Data

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Moon

Waxing Crescent (10%)

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Visible

Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Mercury

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Sunrise

5:40

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Sunset

18:20

What to observe

M8 - Nebulosa da Lagoa

M8 - Nebulosa da Lagoa

One of the brightest nebulae in the winter sky (southern hemisphere). Contains a young star cluster inside.

Type: Emission Nebula
Constellation: Sagittarius
Magnitude: 6.0
Equipment: Naked eye / Binoculars

Best time: 9 PM - 2 AM

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