Moon Phases 2022 Southern Hemisphere 4K

Immerse yourself in the captivating lunar journey across the southern hemisphere's night sky throughout 2022! This mesmerizing video unveils the ever-changing phases of the Moon as they grace the darkness, from the beguiling New Moon to the luminous Full Moon. Delve into the scientific intricacies behind each phase and its celestial significance within Earth's mesmerizing cosmic ballet. Whether you're a devoted sky watcher or a curious mind, this video offers a captivating insight into the enchanting lunar cycles that continue to inspire awe and wonder. This 4K visualization shows the Moon's phase and libration at hourly intervals throughout 2022, as viewed from the Southern Hemisphere. Each frame represents one hour. In addition, this visualization shows the Moon's orbit position, sub-Earth and subsolar points, and distance from the Earth at true scale. Craters near the terminator are labeled, as are Apollo landing sites, maria, and other albedo features in sunlight.

Video credit: NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center
Data visualization by Ernie Wright (USRA)
Producer & Editor - David Ladd (AIMM)

Music provided by Universal Production Music: “Blossom Hills” – Achille Richard