A giant glowing X and V will appear on the Moon’s surface tonight
Why a ‘V’ and ‘X’ can be seen on the moon overnight
- Two unusual formations, a giant X and V, will be visible on the moon early on Thursday morning, appearing for approximately four hours.
- These rare celestial events form when sunlight hits specific craters on the moon's surface at just the right angle.
- The lunar V is created by light illuminating the Ukert crater, while the lunar X is formed from the Bianchini, La Caille, and Purbach craters.
- Observation of the lunar X and V requires a telescope or binoculars, pointed at the moon’s terminator, the line separating its light and dark sides.
- The phenomenon is expected to appear from 4:41 am on 3 July, with clear skies anticipated over most of the British Isles.