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Manxman
21-Aug-09, 13:46
Pinching OH's spot for a minute and this is probably the wrong place but I am sure I will be redirected if need be. Can anyone tell me what the very bright object in the sky is at the moment. I saw it at 0300hrs this morning ( don't ask) in the east and quite low in the sky. Was tempted to get the old binos out but a warm bed was more welcoming.

Thanks

RIR
22-Aug-09, 10:39
Venus.


Ian.

Venture
22-Aug-09, 10:45
Thanks Ian, I too wondered what it was.:)

veekay
22-Aug-09, 10:51
Thanks for the info. Is it worth a look at through binoculars?

RIR
22-Aug-09, 12:08
Is it worth a look at through binoculars?

No, not really. It just appears as a disc, as the thick atmosphere reflects the sunlight, obliterating any surface features.


Ian.