Template:Metonic lunar eclipse 1966–2023
Appearance
The metonic cycle repeats nearly exactly every 19 years and represents a Saros cycle plus one lunar year. Because it occurs on the same calendar date, the Earth's shadow will in nearly the same location relative to the background stars.
Metonic events: May 4 and October 28 | |
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Descending node | Ascending node |
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