Someone asked why this time of year was best for evening observation of the zodiacal light by observers in the northern hemisphere (though I forget who was the questioner). This time of year the ecliptic extends most nearly vertically above the setting sun. Similarly, the best time for morning observation of the same occurs around the autumnal equinox. Grab a planisphere (plastic or digital) and check it out... Jim ---- Jim Cobb james@cobb.name On Mar 8, 2005, at 1:01 PM, Canopus56 wrote:

The March "Month-by-Month" entry in the 2005 RASC Observer's Handbook lists the last week of March as a prime time for northern hemisphere observers to see to zodical light.

- Canopus56