The waning Moon passes near Mars before dawn

The waning Moon passes near Mars before dawn

Author: Caloroga Labs Space News and Weather September 6, 2026 Duration: 1:52
Look toward the eastern sky in the morning for the pairing, with reddish Mars appearing close to the shrinking lunar crescent.

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