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Eyes to the Skies for June: Summer solstice, a strawberry moon and Milky Way visible at night
The article highlights key celestial events in June 2026, including the visibility of the Summer Triangle, Milky Way, and the Summer solstice. Venus and Jupiter will dominate the western sky after sunset, with a lunar occultation of Venus on June 17. Stargazers are encouraged to observe planetary movements and specific celestial phenomena like the strawberry moon.
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