Astronomical Applications
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Data Services
Sun and Moon rise and set times, Moon phases, eclipses, seasons, positions of solar system objects, and other data
- Complete Sun and Moon Data for One Day
- Sun or Moon Rise/Set Table for One Year
- Phases of the Moon
- more...
Astronomical Information Center
Background information on common astronomical phenomena, calendars and time, and related topics
- Rise, Set, and Twilight Definitions
- World Time Zone Map
- Phases of the Moon and Percent of the Moon Illuminated
- more...
Almanacs and Other Publications
Astronomical and navigational almanacs, special publications, research reports
Software Products
Computer almanac for PCs and Macs, and more