Wednesday, August 11, 2010

August Sarasota Almanac

Full Moon: August 24
New Moon: August 10
Meteor Shower: the Perseid meteor shower peaks August 12
Other Astronomical events: Venus, Mars and Saturn are very visible by the moon on August 12 immediately after sunset; Jupiter rises later. Should be a good show! On the 13th as well. Saturn looks yellowish and Mars looks orange.

Other Events in the World Around Us:

Temperature, weather, etc: Hot, humid, lots of afternoon thunderstorms and rain. Mid August is the start of the heart of hurricane season, so be prepared. Usually mid-August to mid-October is the most intense.

Foliage, etc: Some varieties of bananas, figs and guavas ripen. Some varieties of night blooming cirrus blooms. Sea grapes begin to ripen and leaves slowly turn color.

Animal Activity: Snake breeding season--watch for pygmy rattlers. Frogs singing.

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