Seven times in 200 years — and the next one is coming this November. At the end of the month, Jupiter, Mars, Regulus, and the ...
Looking for what to see in the sky this week? This guide highlights the upcoming astronomical events. Scroll down for sky maps and viewing tips, and use the Sky Tonight app to check when and where ...
Pollux is the brightest star in the constellation Gemini. It’s an orange giant, it’s brighter than its “twin” star Castor, and it may host a planet. The free Sky Tonight app can show you exactly where ...
Every now and then, the media produces dozens of scary headlines about rocks from space headed towards Earth. But how likely is it that an asteroid will actually hit Earth in the near future? In this ...
Mercury is the smallest planet and it's packed with extremes: 88-day years, 176-day solar days, wild temperature swings, and even a comet-like tail. In this guide, you’ll find the most interesting ...
The Full Moon dates and times are based on AstroPixels’ Moon phases tables and indicate the exact moment the Moon reaches full phase in Universal Time. Depending on your location, the Moon may be ...
Five notable meteor showers peak in November 2026. Hourly rates below are zenithal hourly rate (ZHR) estimates for ideal conditions, with a dark, clear sky and the radiant directly overhead. Actual ...
The Pleiades are one of those sky sights that feel almost unreal: a tiny sparkling “dipper” of blue-white stars, bright enough to see without a telescope. But there’s one catch — you need to know ...
Timing is everything in astronomy, and elongation is the key to catching the elusive planet Mercury. The planet reaches its next greatest elongation on November 20, so don’t miss the opportunity. Let ...
The November 2026 Beaver Supermoon is here to light up the night sky! It’s big, bright, and has its own story to tell. Find out exactly when it’s visible from your spot with the free Sky Tonight app, ...
Want to know which planets are visible tonight? Here’s a weekly guide to the visibility of Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. Below, you’ll find which planets can be seen now, ...
Make the most of Star Walk 2 and its features! Find answers to frequently asked questions about the stargazing guide in our brief video tutorials. Want to learn what planets you can see tonight or how ...