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2020 Moon Map for International Observe the Moon Night

Map of the Moon with points of interest highlighted for International Observe the Moon Night 2020
Published: September 15, 2020

This map depicts the Moon as it will appear from the northern or southern hemisphere on International Observe the Moon Night, September 26, 2020. Many of the best views will occur along the terminator (the line between the day and night side of the Moon).

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