by Aldo Hugo Olguin
Prof. of Mathematics, Physics and Cosmography
aldohugoolguin@yahoo.com.ar
Orion constellation during at dawn in May, as seen from Villa de la Quebrada - San Luis, Argentina.
May and June in San Luis offer quiet days, with moderate temperatures which allow us to make the most of pure air in its charming hills, as well as the long and transparent winter nights.
Nights are so long at this time of year that we can see constellations like the one shown in the picture set in the horizon at dusk, and rise again in the East the next day, when the sun comes out. Live this experience!
Sirious is the brightest star in the whole sky. Its bluish-white color will invade the West horizon, and will be the morning star in May.
Planets: Jupiter, Venus, Mercury and Mars, a fabulous multicolored combination.
Pilgrims1 will be able to enjoy this beautiful meteors rain coming from the Aquarius constellation. These are the remains of the Halley’s Comet.
June gives us a lunar eclipse. The appointment is at dusk, on Wednesday 15th, when the Moon rises in the horizon, partially eclipsed. To see how the Moon emerges from the Earth’s shadow will be an impressive show occuring near the winter solstice in 2011.
Do not forget to dress warmly if you go out to see this show. Thank you for your attention. Until the next issue!
1 N. of T. People travelling on foot to Villa de la Quebrada, a village located at about 38 km from San Luis capital city, where a religious celebration is held every year.
