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Against the dark sky of a summer day, you will see thousands of stars in the Milky Way. The Milky Way is too big for you to see with the naked eye. You should choose a place with no lights and away from the city. If you live in the northern hemisphere, look south. However, if you live in the southern hemisphere then look directly overhead. You can even see constellations, stars, and galaxies.
Steps
Choose a suitable evening
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The Milky Way is clearly visible between June and August. It is summer in the northern hemisphere and winter in the southern hemisphere. These months are the best time to observe the Milky Way because it is not too close to the sun. [1] X Research Source
- You can see parts of the Milky Way from March to August. Between November and February, the Milky Way is not very visible in the sky. [2] X Research Source
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Start stargazing after sunset or two hours before dawn. The hours immediately after sunset and before sunrise are still very bright. You should wait at least two hours after sunset to start stargazing. [3] X Research Sources
- You can use an almanac or a weather website to find out when the sun rises or sets on a particular day. Use these resources to plan your trip.
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Find a place free from light pollution. Light from buildings, neighborhoods, and vehicles will block your view. Try to find rural areas away from towns, houses or major roads. [4] X Research Sources
- Since the Milky Way appears in the southern sky, you can navigate south of major cities. If you follow this guide, the light from the city won’t interfere with your view of the Milky Way.
- Nature reserves, mountains, deserts, and desolate places are perfect for observing the Milky Way.
- To find places with dark skies, you can use a light pollution map, such as this one: http://www.youcanseethemilkyway.com/light-pplution/.
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Choose an evening without moon and clouds. You can’t see the Milky Way if the moon is too bright or clouds cover the sky. Before going to observe the stars, you should choose a cloudless evening, with a new moon or a crescent moon. [5] X Research Sources
- Most weather services will tell you how cloudy it is, and the phase of the moon.
- Many apps like Luna Sparia or Moon Phase Plus will tell you the phase of the moon.
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Allow your eyes to adjust to the environment for 20 minutes. During this time, do not use flashlights, phones or other light sources. Your eyes need time to adjust to the darkness before they can see the stars. [6] X Research Sources
Star Observation in the Northern Hemisphere
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Avoid going too far north. Above latitude 50° north, you will hardly see the Milky Way. This latitude includes all areas north of Normandy, France; Vancouver, Canada; and Inner Mongpia, China. Move south for a better view. [7] X Research Sources
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Looking south. Use a compass or phone app to guide you south. If you look at the Milky Way in the summer, you will see the first bands of stars rising from the south. It looks like a white star cloud or a thick fog across the sky. [8] X Research Sources
- If you’re looking at the Milky Way in spring, rotate it slightly to the west. If it’s autumn, look a little to the east. [9] X Research Source
- Remember, the Milky Way won’t look like any other photograph you’ve ever seen. Cameras can pick up more light and colors than the human eye.
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Focus on the horizon to see the center of the Milky Way. Find a dense star cluster, which is the center of the Milky Way. If you live very far north, the center of the Milky Way may be partially covered by the horizon. If you live near the equator it could be on the horizon. [10] X Research Source
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Find the location of the Great Rift (roughly translated as Great Trench) characterized by dark patches. At the center of the Milky Way, you can see some dark patches. They only appear clearly against a very dark background. People call that area the Great Rift. It is a series of thick clouds that partially cover the Milky Way. [11] X Research Source
Star observation in the southern hemisphere
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Move to an area around -30° latitude. You’ll see the Milky Way better in the southern regions of the southern hemisphere, including the North Cape, South Africa; Coquimbo area, Chile; and New South Wales, Australia. [12] X Research Source
- You can still see the Milky Way in other parts of the southern hemisphere, but the regions above will show you the Milky Way the most.
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Head southwest to observe the stellar bands. Bands of stars in the Milky Way begin to appear in the southwestern sky and stretch along the horizon to the northeast. You can use a compass to find the horizon in the southwest. [13] X Research Source
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Look directly overhead to see the center of the Milky Way. The center of the Milky Way will be directly above your head. Tilt your head back to look. It looks like a white cloud with fog. [14] X Research Source
- Consider bringing a blanket so you can lie down and watch the Milky Way.
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Find the Great Rift in the dark areas. The Great Rift is more visible in the southern hemisphere because the Milky Way is brighter. It looks like a dark streak cuts across the stars. [15] X Research Source
Enhance your experience
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Bring a star chart to find star clusters. Depending on the latitude and season of the area you live in, different star clusters will appear. The star diagram will tell you which star clusters are observable. Find a star chart tailored for your region and time of year. [16] X Research Source
- Some common star clusters that appear near the Milky Way include Sagittarius, Alpha Centauri, Cygnus, and the Magellanic Cloud.
- You can purchase a star chart at a planetarium, science museum, or online.
- You can also install apps like Stellarium or SkyGuide to download star charts to your phone.
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Use a group tube or telescope for a better view. Find the Milky Way with the naked eye first and point the lens in that direction. Then look through the glass to see each star and galaxy at a closer distance. [17] X Research Source
- Any type of group tube or telescope can be used. With greater magnification or viewing angle you will see more detail, but you will still be able to distinguish individual stars with low magnification.
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Take a photo with a long exposure with a digital camera. The image captures the vibrant colors of the galaxy and stars. To take a good photo, adjust the camera for a longer exposure time. Mount the largest lens you have. For best results, you should place the camera on a tripod. Aim the lens so you can see the sky at its widest angle before taking the photo. [18] X Research Sources
- If possible, adjust the shutter speed according to the size of the lens. Divide 500 by the diameter of the lens, and use this result to choose a shutter speed. For example, if the lens is 25mm in diameter, you should set the shutter speed to 20 seconds.
- You may then have to adjust the contrast to get the best shot.
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Against the dark sky of a summer day, you will see thousands of stars in the Milky Way. The Milky Way is too big for you to see with the naked eye. You should choose a place with no lights and away from the city. If you live in the northern hemisphere, look south. However, if you live in the southern hemisphere then look directly overhead. You can even see constellations, stars, and galaxies.
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