ELEMENTS: WATER

ELEMENTS: WATER

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The element of Water is associated with the signs Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces, and it also rules the Fourth, Eighth and Twelfth Houses. Watery descriptions are well suited to this element: fluid, flowing, wavering. These terms can easily apply to an individual’s emotions — the realm where Water most powerfully exerts its influence.

Water signs are intuitive and sensitive, and they feel more intensely than the rest. They are emotional and nurturing, and like a river, they run deep. How things feel is what matters to these folks, and they base their actions on sense, rather than on logic or intellect. Water is also about compassion and understanding, since the receptive talents of these individuals are remarkably high. Water sign people can take in the feelings of others, process them, and put forth a plan or solution that will be conscientious to all.

Those graced by Water love to take their sense of the world and translate it into the artistic. They desire aesthetic beauty — and for everyone to be happy as a result of that beauty. Much like still water can become stagnant, however, an inactive Water sign person is not at their best. Water signs feel most fulfilled when they are helping others, and they do so in an enchanting, considerate and even romantic way.

The flip side of this dreamy Water world is the tendency of these individuals to brood. Water signs are susceptible to mood swings, and at their worst, they could become self-indulgent, controlling and hostage to a fantasy world. This also brings up the ability of these folks to see things more clearly than others. Call it psychic, if you will.

Water Signs are emotional, empathetic, receptive and feel things deeply. Alternately calm like the sea or possessing the force of torrential rain, the emotions brought forth by this element are plentiful, indeed.

Paul Gilmore

ELEMENTS: FIRE

ELEMENTS: FIRE

The element of Fire is associated with the signs Aries, Leo and Sagittarius, and it also rules the First, Fifth and Ninth Houses. As one would expect, those graced by Fire are fiery, indeed. They are enthusiastic and sometimes larger than life. Just like a fire that is left untended, however, Fire signs can burn out of control — so it’s best to tend those embers.

A Fire sign is also an indicator of creativity. This element manifests itself in creative and unique ways, and those in its glow are wonderfully courageous and lively spirits. Those influenced by a Fire sign are self-sufficient, spontaneous and possess a tremendous zest for life.

It also stands to reason that a combustible Fire signer would be ardent in the game of love. Yes, these are the sexiest signs of the zodiac, knowing they are the cat’s meow and climbing ever higher in the name of love. To their credit, those touched by Fire are often an inspiration to others, certainly for their adherence to solid moral and religious ideals.

If there’s a flip side to the element of Fire, it can be that those who bear its will can be overly strident in getting their way. Call them bossy, even. These folks can come across rather forcefully. Selfishness and an overdeveloped ego can also be seen as part of a fiery individual’s shadowy side.

Fire signs are strong, self-assured, creative and fun. When they get too hot to touch, though, it may be a good idea to stand back!

Andrew Walton

ELEMENTS: AIR

ELEMENTS: AIR

The element of Air is attached to the signs Gemini, Libra and Aquarius. It also rules the Third, Seventh and Eleventh Houses. It is rarefied air which usually surrounds those graced by this Element, as this is the marker of the intellectual. Airy people are smart thinkers and handle abstract reasoning well. They love to analyze, synthesize and probe. Do you have a dilemma? Hand it over to an Air sign and watch them go to work.

Air Signs are also about communication. These individuals want to get the word out, and it’s not likely to be fluff. They are alert, curious and perceptive. The world as seen by an Air sign will be an interesting one, as their analysis and subsequent explanation (hopefully in terms we can understand) will indicate. Those influenced by Air are inventive and clever. They see all sides of the equation and are able to glean the best approach. Balance is important to these airy folk.

So, are Air signers fresh as a summer breeze, or are they howling like the wind? Probably both, depending on when you catch them. While these folks are often calm and collected, they can turn cold if their equilibrium is upset. A word to the wise: There’s little upside in baiting an Air sign.

Another plus with Air is that it manifests itself in a most humane way. Those influenced by Air can truly wear another’s shoes, as it were. They are objective, cooperative and really want to help make a better world. There’s no prejudice with these folks — just a bright and shiny idealism that can accomplish much.

Air Signs are communicative, intellectual, clever and fair. They can blow hot and cold, though, so beware of a chilly draft!

Sebastien Gabriel

ELEMENTS: EARTH

ELEMENTS: EARTH

The element of Earth is attached to the signs Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn, and it also rules the Second, Sixth and Seventh Houses. All the earthy metaphors are appropriate here: salt of the Earth, feet firmly planted on the ground and so forth. Those graced by an Earth sign in their horoscope are practical, grounded and dependable. These folks don’t take big risks; rather, they much prefer a sure thing.

Much like the elements are considered the building blocks in nature, Earth signs are the builders of the zodiac. To these signs, creation is a tangible proposition. Whether it’s building jobs or a home, or creating comfortable rooms within that home through the acquisition of possessions, Earth signers are all about what is solid around us. Those influenced by this element feel best once they have accumulated a goodly number of worldly possessions. The risk inherent in this, however, is that these individuals may become greedy and far too materialistic.

The element of Earth also confers a sense of duty, responsibility and reliability to those in its sphere. These are the people you can count on to be there when you need them. Those influenced by Earth also tend toward caution and conservatism, in both desire and approach. That said, they are sensualists, certainly in that they appreciate a good meal and fine wine better than anyone else.

The logical mind of an Earth Signer is always appreciated. In keeping with this measured approach, these folks also display considerable recuperative powers. On the flip side of things, however, those supported by Earth may be so caught up in their objectives that they might overlook the feelings of others. It is a big picture, after all, but these folks may be more concerned with the finish line than the journey they are taking.

Earth signs are dependable, practical and conservative, yet fairly materialistic. They have their feet on the ground but their eyes on the prize.

YOUR DAILY COSMIC CALENDAR FOR JANUARY 24, 2019

COSMIC CALENDAR

Stay on target with key plans, assignments, and errands. It’s easy to lose your way following Mercury’s half-dozen alignments on Wednesday and its entry into Aquarius. Another reason to emphasize a single-minded approach across the board is that a 14 hour void-of-course lunar twilight zone begins at 5:52 a.m. and won’t end until the moon enters airy Libra (8:04 p.m.).

Adding some potential worries and subliminal frustrations to the mix are a Mercury parallel to Pluto (11:36 a.m.) and a frictional, 45-degree tie to Jupiter (8:19 p.m.). While the winged-messenger planet has hogged the limelight for the last two days, the moon tries to get in on the action by making a trine to Mercury (10:57 p.m.).

[Note to readers: All times are calculated as Pacific Standard Time. Be sure to adjust all times according to your own local time so the alignments noted above will be exact for your location.]

Copyright 2018 Mark Lerner & Great Bear Enterprises, Ltd. 

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Moon Phase Calendar for Thursday, January 24

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Moon Phase Calendar

Thursday – 24th January 2019

 

Current Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous

The Moon is Currently in the Sign of Virgo

Moon in VirgoVirgo:

Your feeling of safety is now related to order and clarity, even in emotions. You may have the need to organise everything chaotic and disorganized. Try being more tolerant and accept imperfections of life. It is better to trust life and let it run its own way, not everything must be according to our expectations.

Organs influenced by VirgoVirgo Moon Sign:

Organs: Pancreas, small intestine, cecum, colon, digestive tract, duodenum, rectum, sense organs: eyes and ears.

These organs are now more sensitive so provide them with extra care.

Surgical operations:

Surgical operations are recommended during the Waning Moon.
However, avoid surgeries of organs under the influence of the Moon Sign.

The Sky This Week from January 24 to January 27

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The Sky This Week from January 24 to January 27

A total eclipse of the Moon Sunday night highlights a week that also boasts a stunning predawn conjunction between Venus and Jupiter.

Thursday, January 24
Although Saturn passed on the opposite side of the Sun from Earth early this month, it already appears low in the southeast during morning twilight. From mid-northern latitudes, the ringed planet rises more than an hour before the Sun and climbs 5° above the horizon a half-hour before sunup. Saturn shines at magnitude 0.5, which makes it the brightest point of light in this part of the sky. Still, it won’t be easy to pick out of the bright twilight. To find it, use binoculars and scan to the lower left of Venus and Jupiter.

Friday, January 25
With the waning gibbous Moon now rising late in the evening, it’s a good time to look for Sirius. The night sky’s brightest star (at magnitude –1.5) appears prominent in the southeast as darkness falls and lies due south and at its highest elevation around 10 p.m. local time. From mid-northern latitudes, it then stands about one-third of the way from the horizon to the zenith. (The farther south you live, the higher it appears.) If you point binoculars at Sirius, look for the pretty star cluster M41 in the same field of view, just 4° south of the star.

Saturday, January 26
Mars continues to put on a nice show in January. Look for the Red Planet halfway to the zenith in the southwestern sky as darkness falls. The world shines at magnitude 0.8 against the much dimmer stars of southern Pisces. (Tonight, Mars slides 0.9° south of the 4th-magnitude star Epsilon () Piscium. A telescope reveals the planet’s 6″-diameter disk, but you likely won’t see any surface features unless you have exceptionally good seeing.

Sunday, January 27
Last Quarter Moon occurs at 4:10 p.m. EST. The Moon doesn’t rise until nearly 1 a.m. local time tomorrow morning, however, by which time it will appear slightly less than half-lit. The Moon spends the morning hours set against the background stars of northern Libra.

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Play by Play Planetary Action for Jan. 24 – Jan. 27

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Play by Play Planetary Action for Jan. 24 – Jan. 27

Thursday January 24

  • 00:49 am – Mercury enters Aquarius
  • 11:02 pm – Moon enters Libra

Friday January 25

  • 12:53 pm – Mars trine Jupiter increases your desire to compete to win. Almost any action you start this weekly horoscope will turn out to be successful. This transit is one of the best indicator of successful action. Successes in war, sport, sexual conquest and business. The good fortune you enjoy comes from your own strong self belief and good intentions. Applying such bountiful and positive energy toward any righteous cause is bound to bring the benefits you desire.

Sunday January 27

  • 2:30 am – Moon enters Scorpio
  • 4:10 pm – 3rd Quarter Moon 07 ♏ 38 conjunct fixed star Khambalia at 07 ♏ 12 causes swift violence, unreliability, changeability, and an argumentative nature. Khambalia is very much a star of the penetration of secrets. It denotes those good at applying intellect to deep research of any kind, to police-type investigation, to espionage, and also to such pursuits as alchemy and the esoteric in general.

 

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The Solar & Lunar Almanac for Thursday, January 24th

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The Solar Almanac for Thursday, January 24

Sun Direction: 148.49° SSE↑
Sun Altitude: 27.30°
Sun Distance: 91.500 million mi
Next Equinox: Mar 20, 2019 4:58 pm (Vernal)
Sunrise Today: 7:02 am↑ 114° Southeast
Sunset Today: 5:10 pm↑ 246° West
Length of Daylight: 10 hours, 7 minutes

The Lunar Almanac for Thursday, January 24

Moon Direction: 283.72° WNW↑
Moon Altitude: -7.49°
Moon Distance: 226520 mi
Next New Moon: Feb 4, 20193:03 pm
Next Full Moon: Feb 19, 20199:53 am
Next Moonrise: Today 9:31 pm
Current Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 83.1%

 

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Current Planetary Positions & Aspects for January 24th

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Current Planetary Positions & Aspects for January 24th

 

Current Planetary Positions

January 24, 2019
Tropical Zodiac

Sun:  04 Aquarius 22
Moon:  22 Virgo 44
Mercury:  00 Aquarius 42
Venus:  18 Sagittarius 26
Mars:  15 Aries 56
Jupiter:  16 Sagittarius 28
Saturn:  14 Capricorn 08
Uranus:  28 Aries 44
Neptune:  14 Pisces 42
Pluto:  21 Capricorn 23

Planetary aspects for the Month of January

25 January 12:53 pm – Mars trine Jupiter
27 January 04:10 pm – 3rd Quarter Moon 07 38
29 January 09:51 pm – Sun conjunct Mercury 09 54
31 January 09:14 am – Saturn sextile Neptune

Wishing All Our Dear Family & Friends A Very Beautiful & Blessed Thursday Morn’!

CELTIC KING . . . by Piedad5007

Negative vs Positive

Out of each negative, a positive can come
It might not sound easy, but it can be done
I’ve tried it myself, if it comes from within
Nothing is easy when you first begin
But you’ll gain satisfaction
By finding a distraction
When faced with whatever life brings
So try if you can,
You’ll feel a more contented person,
And quite soon you’ll hear yourself sing
You feel less gloom, and not so much doom
There’ll be a lot more room
In your heart for happiness and light.
Feel less uptight, less contrite
And sleep better at night
So take my advice, try to think twice
Before allowing the negative to reain,
And before long you’ll find happiness again.

–Rosalyand Gillman
Originally published on Pagan Library

I have to spend the next two days playing with the doctors, but before I run off….

Have you forgotten about our organization that is trying to raise money for those in need, thanks to the government shutdown. Have you spread the word about it? I know I haven’t had time to build a site for it yet but it will eventually have a home on the internet I promise you. But just because it doesn’t have a home on the net yet, doesn’t mean it isn’t really and the problems we are trying to tackle or not just as real either. Below is a post I made on FaceBook this morning. The shutdown is now starting to trickle down and it is really trickling down around here. Hell, forget the trickle it is now more like a rainstorm. If you would read the article below, if you can’t donate, then please pass it along to someone who can. Thank you, Lady A

 

The government shutdown has been going on for a month. This shutdown included several difference agencies. One of the agencies that was closed down and is hitting our area very hard is the agency that supplemented public housing for the area. Our area is not that economically prosperous to start with at the present time. Since the government subsidized these people living in government housing they are now facing eviction. The government pays half their rent and then they pay the other half. Without the government agency that pays their other half, some landlords are not willing to work with these people. They want the entire amount or else they are going to evict them. It is bad enough that the government is shutdown and people are caught in the middle and used as helpless pons. These are individuals, human beings, for goodness’ sake our Elderly and being treated like this. It is inhumane. Even though my mother has passed away, I know I wouldn’t want her living in one of these public housing projects and when the government shutdowns and can’t uphold its end of the original bargain, out you go. It is a disgrace that our Elderly are being treated like this. Our Elderly should be cared for, live in comfort and not have a worry in the world. But unfortunately in these days and times that is not so. They now worry about facing eviction and being put out on the street. They need help and funds to avoid being evicted. I know we can help these people and others that might be in the same situation. I am only aware of the housing projects in our area that are threatening to evict our Elderly but we would be more than willing to help any others that might be in this same situation if you would only tell us about them. These people need our help. Please help them from being put out on the street in the freezing cold.

The fund collected now are going to the Elderly in our community and others to keep them in their homes and off the streets in this cold weather. Can you imagine the damn government letting our Elderly be put out on the streets.

Soak in the power of the Super Blood Wolf Moon with one of these simple rituals

Soak in the power of the Super Blood Wolf Moon with one of these simple rituals

 

If you haven’t already marked your calendar, then you may be unaware that a Super Blood Wolf Moon is on the horizon. Early in the morning on Monday, January 21st, we’ll watch the Full Wolf Moontake to the sky (look out for it on the 20th, as it reaches peak fullness just after midnight on Monday). This full moon is also a supermoon—meaning it will look bigger and brighter to us down here on Earth—andit’s a blood moon, a name given to a moon under the influence of a lunar eclipse, which turns it red due to Earth’s shadow. All this lunar activity is going to be intense, and, if put to good use, the energy available can positively propel us into the year ahead.

We’ve lined up a few rituals you can partake in during the Super Blood Wolf Moon, each designed to encourage you to reap all the rewards present during this lunar party.

You don’t have to be a practicing witch or even a believer in magic to partake in one or more of the below rituals. All you have to believe in is the ability to manifest goals, self-love, and of course, the power of the moon. Gather everything you need, sit under the light of the moon, and get ready to make 2019 the best year yet.

Take the day to be a Leo.

The Super Blood Wolf Moon takes place in Leo, a fire sign with a lot of energy and selfish tendencies. As Llewellyn’s Witches’ Datebook 2019tells us, “[The moon in Leo] draws emphasis to the self, to the central ideas or institutions, away from connections with others and emotional needs.”

Although Leos love to be around others and vibe off others’ energies, the moon rules our instincts and vulnerably, according to author Juliana McCarthy in The Stars Within You. Therefore, this full moon is a good time to turn Leo’s outgoingness inward and regain self-confidence, inner peace and balance, and love for yourself.

Of course, however you decide to give yourself some self-love is up to you. But, to get you brainstorming, we have a couple of ideas. You could first make yourself a Moon in Leo tea, using lemon rind and/or lemon balm, hyssop, and valerian root—all herbs connected to Leo. Or, invest in a Leo-inspired bath bomb. These ones from Etsy seller Little Rubis Magic Bath promote, “vitality, confidence, will power, and the dynamic energy associated with…the sun.”

Remind yourself of your best qualities by making a list in your daily planner or journal (somewhere sacred to you). Repeat a confidence-boosting mantra (I’m strong, beautiful, and worthy of everything positive in my life). Do the one thing that always makes you feel great about yourself—even if it’s just looking in the mirror and thinking, “Wow, I’m hot.”

Ask the moon to give you something you want.

Spells, rituals, and wishes are always more potent during a full moon. And the energy from the lunar eclipse and supermoon combined is really going to amp that potency up to level 10. Get your wishes in a row and get ready for them to come true.

Even if you’ve never cast a spell before, you can still use the moon’s power to help you make a wish. First, ensure you’re in a safe space and get comfortable. Next, some choose to shower before spellwork; however, washing your hands of impurities—both physical and spiritual—will do just fine. Make sure you have your materials with you before you begin, and then envision yourself being bathed in the bright, positive light of the moon (or, get your butt outside and actually bathe yourself in the moon).

Once you’ve established your sacred zone, write your wish on a piece of paper. You can incorporate colored pens and paper into this ritual depending on the wish—money wishes should be written in green, romantic wishes in pink or red, healing in blue, creativity in orange, and happiness in yellow.

As you write, picture the wish coming true. Manifest it in your mind. Sit with your wish for a minute or two and feel the emotions that occur when you think of it happening. Once you’re ready, either burn your wish paper (fire is the element connected with Leo), or keep it under your pillow until the next full moon.

Stitch together a charm bag.

To add fuel to your wish’s fire, work it into a charm. A charm is a magical tool you can create to carry with you throughout your day-to-day. They usually include herbs, crystals, dried flowers, feathers, and sometimes coins or candle wax, all stuffed within a pouch.

Get creative with your charm and keep it with you until your wish comes true, or indefinitely. When you’re crafting your charm, be picky about what you put in it. Choose ingredients that correspond with what the charm is meant to do. You’ll find the appropriate colors, herbs, crystals, etc. to work into your charm to make it potent and viable.

Take on your final werewolf form.

If you’ve got it, flaunt it.

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Super Blood Wolf Moon Webcasts! How to Watch the 2019 Total Lunar Eclipse Online Super Blood Wolf Moon Webcasts! How to Watch the 2019 Total Lunar Eclipse Online

Super Blood Wolf Moon Webcasts! How to Watch the 2019 Total Lunar Eclipse Online

Update for 3 a.m. EST, Jan. 21: The total lunar eclipse of 2019 has ended. See our full story here!See more photos here!Original Story: The total lunar eclipse of January 2019  promises to be a spectacle to behold, and may be visible to millions across North and South America, weather permitting. But if Mother Nature prevents you from seeing the moon marvel, fear not. You can always tune in to the “blood moon” on your favorite digital devices with some free webcasts.

On the night of Jan. 20, beginning just minutes after 10:30 p.m. EST (7:30 p.m. PST), the moon will noticeably, progressively get darker. The sun, the Earth and the moon will converge in an instance of perfect cosmic alignment to create a total lunar eclipse. The online observatory Slooh will host a free webcast on Slooh.com (you can sign up for a free account). We’ll simulcast that feed on Space.com’s homepage, courtesy of Slooh.

As the sun’s rays pass through Earth’s atmosphere, the light refracts. Blue light, which is visible during the daytime, gets scattered, and the red shades that accompany sunset and sunrise get cast into space. During the full moon phase, the lunar nearside is completely lit by the sun, because the moon passes over or under Earth’s shadow. But occasionally, the moon travels, partially or completely, through the planet’s copper-colored shadow, giving skywatchers a special treat. [Super Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse of  2019: A Complete Guide]

If weather, location or mobility concerns prevent you from watching the eclipse directly under a clear sky, don’t worry: Plenty of webcasts will broadcast the event.

The online telescope service Slooh will begin its coverageat 10:30 p.m. EST (7:30 p.m. PST). “We stream it live so that people from around the world, no matter their geographical location, can witness this phenomenon together,” Slooh’s resident astronomer, Paige Godfrey, said in a press statement. (This webcast will also appear on Space.com’s homepage.)

Godfrey and Slooh astronomer Paul Cox, plus Slooh storyteller Helen Avery, will discuss the science and cultural impact of lunar eclipses during the webcast.

The Exploratorium in San Francisco will provide live lunar eclipse Facebook, and this broadcast, like Slooh’s, will begin at 10:30 p.m. EST (0330 GMT/7:30 p.m. PST) as the moon moves into the darker region of Earth’s shadow, called the umbra. “The Exploratorium will broadcast a telescope view of the moon live from Pier 15 on San Francisco’s Embarcadero,” museum representatives announced on the Exploratorium website. The museum will be closed during the broadcast.

The Virtual Telescope Project will work with astrophotographers watching the total lunar eclipse from the United States and Panama to deliver a live feed of the stunning event beginning at 10:30 p.m. EST (0330 GMT/7:30 p.m. PST). That project is a celestial-viewing service managed by Italian astronomer Gianluca Masi.

Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles, located on the southern slope of Mount Hollywood, will also broadcast the event here, beginning when the moon rises on the West Coast, at about 8:10 p.m. EST (5:10 p.m. PST).

You can find a global map, interactive material and total lunar eclipse data on TimeandDate.com. The website will feature a livestream of its own, too. Check the Weather Channel app for another livestream, as well.

Editor’s note: If you snap an amazing photo of the January 2019 total lunar eclipse that you’d like to share with Space.com and our news partners for a possible story or image gallery, send comments and images in to: spacephotos@space.com.

Follow Doris Elin Salazar on Twitter@salazar_elin. Follow us @Spacedotcom and on Facebook. Original article on Space.com.

Here’s the Weather Forecast for the Super Blood Wolf Moon of 2019 Tonight!

Here’s the Weather Forecast for the Super Blood Wolf Moon of 2019 Tonight!

It’s time for the total lunar eclipse of 2019 and if you’re hoping to catch the amazing event, you better check your weather first. The National Weather Forecast for the lunar eclipse tonight (Jan. 20) is basically a coin toss for depending upon where you plan to be.

It appears that about half of the United States will have clear skies which will provide a good backdrop for observing tonight’s total lunar eclipse. For the rest of the nation, cloudiness will vary in degree from providing occasional views of the darkening moon to in other cases a complete shutout from viewing the sky show. Check out the weather map below to see what your conditions might be like. If bad weather prevents a live view, you can watch webcasts of the Super Blood Wolf Moon eclipse online. One webcast from Slooh.com will be simulcast on Space.com beginning at 10:30 p.m. EST (0330 GMT).

The best views can be found over the Piedmont and the Southeast U.S. coast, including Florida and much of the Deep South, as well as central and eastern Texas and a slice of the central Great Plains, where mainly clear weather is anticipated. [Super Blood Wolf Moon Eclipse of 2019: Complete Guide]

In the Eastern U.S., a major winter storm will be spinning just off the New England coast. Widespread cloudiness associated with this system will cover much of central and northern New England, as well upstate New York and parts of the Great Ohio Valley and the eastern Great Lakes.

However, a slot of drier and clearing skies will be progressing through the heavily populated “Northeast Corridor,” giving viewers in Washington, Philadelphia, New York, Providence and Boston hope of getting a view of tonight’s free sky show through retreating clouds. [How to Photograph the Super Blood Wolf Moon!]

One drawback for eclipse watchers in the Middle Atlantic and Northeast States will be the blustery, bitter winds and extreme cold that will be settling in behind the New England storm. In many locations at eclipse time the ambient air temperatures will be falling rapidly through the teens and single digits, while wind chill/feels like temperatures, will be in the subzero range. This will make for a rather uncomfortable situation, even if the sky is clear. John Bortle, a well-known and highly respected celestial observer of comets and other sky objects is not looking forward to braving the frigid elements. He writes:

“The prevailing conditions will hardly be conducive to hanging around outside and observing. Each forecast I watch seems to anticipate a lower temperature figure! The latest temperature range for my area is running close to zero degrees. At anything close to that cameras cease to operate and so do observers my age. That, plus the wind here is forecast to gust at 35-45 mph! YUCK!”

Mr. Bortle adds: “The eclipse could prove an event far more memorable for the prevailing weather conditions than the eclipse itself.”

Out West, a series of storms from the Pacific, will produce a large swath of broken-to-overcast skies that will cover much of California, the Pacific Northwest, the Rocky Mountains, Southwest Desert and the Northern and Central Great Plains, unfortunately denying a view of the eclipse for tens of millions of people.

To obtain the latest weather forecast, tailored specifically for your hometown, check this National Weather Service website: http://www.nws.noaa.gov/organization.php

You will find links to National Weather Service Forecast Offices across the United States, as well for Puerto Rico and American Samoa. Just locate your region and click on the weather office nearest to your location; you be able to get the latest weather outlook.

Where you plan to be, good luck and clear skies!

Editor’s note: If you snap an amazing photo of the January 2019 total lunar eclipse that you’d like to share with Space.com and our news partners for a possible story or image gallery, send comments and images in to: spacephotos@space.com.

Joe Rao serves as an instructor and guest lecturer at New York’s Hayden Planetarium. He writes about astronomy for Natural History magazine, the Farmers’ Almanac and other publications, and he is also an on-camera meteorologist for Verizon FiOS1 News in New York’s Lower Hudson ValleyFollow us on Twitter @Spacedotcom and on Facebook. Original article on Space.com.