Skywatching

People have been gazing into the night sky since ancient times. The way stars, planets, and other bodies move across the celestial dome is fascinating. Bright dots shine next to the Moon or pass close to each other. Here, you'll find everything you need to know about the best celestial shows: times, dates, observing tips, and more.

Comet C/2026 A1: Will Comet MAPS become the next bright comet 2026?

Will Comet C/2026 A1 (MAPS) Be Visible to the Naked Eye in April 2026?

~13 min
Astronomical News

Will Comet C/2026 A1 (MAPS) be visible in April 2026? See the latest visibility forecast, best dates to watch, where to look in the sky, and whether it may become a naked-eye comet.

Illustration of a bright comet with a long tail in the night sky

Comet C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS: How to See It in April 2026

~9 min
Astronomical News

Comet C/2025 R3 may become a bright naked-eye comet in April 2026. Learn when, where, and how to see it.

Northern Hemisphere Constellations by Season: What Constellations Are Visible in Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter

~9 min
Astronomical News

Explore Northern Hemisphere constellations by season. Discover which constellations are visible in spring, summer, fall, and winter, plus the best stars and deep-sky objects to observe.

Planetary Alignment on April 18, 2026

April 2026 Planet Alignment: How to See 4 Planets in the Morning Sky

~9 min
Astronomical News

See Mercury, Mars, Saturn, and Neptune align in the sky in April 2026. Learn the best time to watch, where to look, and where the view will be best.

May Flower Moon

May Flower Moon 2026: Date, Time, and Meaning of the First Full Moon in May

~8 min
Astronomical News

When is the Flower Moon in 2026? The May Flower Moon peaks on May 1, 2026. Learn the exact time, its meaning, and why May 2026 has two Full Moons.

Full Moons 2026

Full Moon Calendar 2026: When Is the Next Full Moon?

~19 min
Astronomical News

Explore the Full Moons of 2026, see when each one occurs, and discover the standout features of every Full Moon this year.

Underrated Sky Events in 2026

The Secret Side of Night Sky: Underrated Sky Events in 2026

~15 min
Astronomical News

These aren’t the biggest sky events of 2026 — but they’re still unique, beautiful, and worth stepping outside for.

Illustration of a bright comet passing near the Sun

What Comet Is Visible Now? Best Comets to Watch in 2026

~7 min
Astronomical News

Track the most promising visible comets of 2026 and learn when they may be easiest to see.

Starlink composite

How to See Starlink Satellite Train 2026?

~10 min
Astronomical News

Learn how to see Starlink satellites in the sky from your location and get info on the upcoming Starlink launches.

Neptune Opposition

Planetary Oppositions 2026: Next Up Is Neptune

~7 min
Astronomical News

The best time to view most planets is at the astronomical opposition. Find out what it means and when to see the upcoming oppositions.