See Saturn disappear behind the Moon! (21/08/24) In what astronomers call an occultation, Saturn will disappear behind the Moon tomorrow morning and reappear approximately 45 minutes later. To see this Astronomy event, you will need: 🔭 a pair of binoculars or (preferably) a telescope 🌔 good weather with skies clear of clouds ⏰ an early alarm clock! If you're in the UK look towards the South West from 04:25 BST, times will vary slightly depending on your location. 🤩 Clear skies!