Latest News on Astronomy and Sky Watching — Stargazing Calendar

Never miss an exciting event in the night sky with the Star Walk space news — your online guide to the latest astronomy events and celestial bodies visible tonight. Find out how and when to observe meteor showers, solar and lunar eclipses, Starlink satellites, planetary events, comets, and more. Learn the astronomy terms, see stargazing forecasts for Northern and Southern Hemispheres, and get observation tips.

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How to See Starlink Satellite Train 2024?

~8 min

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

Harvest Moon in September

Full Moon in September 2024: Don’t Miss the Triple Combo!

~5 min

A Supermoon and a partial lunar eclipse on the same day? Don't miss your chance to witness this unique combo during the Full Moon on September 18, 2024! Here are more details.

Planets near the Moon

September 2024: What Planet is Next to the Moon Tonight?

~13 min

What is that bright dot shining near the Moon tonight? Find out about stars and planets that can be seen next to our natural satellite this month!

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Is the Next Comet Visible From Earth Doomed?

~5 min

The next potentially bright comet, C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), disappeared from our skies for several weeks. Will it return as bright as we expect? Here is the truth!

Partial Lunar Eclipse on September 17-18, 2024

Partial Lunar Eclipse on September 17-18, 2024: Time and Visibility Map

~4 min

On September 17-18, 2024, there will be a partial lunar eclipse — some of us will see it with the naked eye! Read the article for details.

Annular Solar Eclipse 2024: Where Will the “Ring of Fire” Eclipse Be Visible?

~5 min

Don’t miss the stunning “ring of fire” eclipse on October 2, 2024! Find out the exact time of the eclipse and discover the best locations to see it.

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C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-Atlas): What to Expect This Autumn?

~7 min

The next bright comet, C/2023 A3, is less than a month away! ☄️ Will it be visible to the naked eye? When and how is it best to observe? Find out here!

Autumn equinox

Autumnal Equinox: When Is the First Day of Fall 2024?

~7 min

In 2024, the last day of summer in the Northern Hemisphere is September 22! On that day, the autumnal equinox will occur, marking the beginning of fall. Here is all you need to know.

Regulus Star

Regulus – The Brightest Star in Leo

~7 min

Discover Regulus, the Little King star, one of the brightest and easiest to find. 🌟 Learn how to locate Regulus in the sky above you and see its celestial majesty with your own eyes!

Planetary Opposition

Planetary Opposition 2024: Best Time to See Planets

~6 min

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

Zodiacal light in March 2023

What Is Zodiacal Light – See False Dusk or False Dawn 2024

~5 min

Don’t miss a rare chance to see the mysterious zodiacal light stretching from the horizon after dusk or before dawn. Explore it now with our article!

Facts About Saturn

What Is Saturn And When Will It Shine Brightest In 2024?

~12 min

How many rings does Saturn have? Where is Saturn tonight in the sky? Find answers to these and other most common questions about Saturn in our article.

Spica

Spica: Virgo’s Brightest Star

~5 min

Discover the brilliance of Spica, the sparkling gem in the constellation Virgo! Learn how to find the star, when to observe it, and what is special about it.

Facts About Uranus

Planet Uranus: The Coldest Planet

~10 min

Uranus has a peculiar chemical composition, extreme temperatures, and the most unusual axial tilt. Here we’ll take a closer look at this planet.

Facts About Mercury

All About Mercury, The Smallest Planet In The Solar System

~8 min

Explore the closest planet to the Sun! Find out how long a day on Mercury is and how many moons the planet has. Also, keep up with the upcoming Mercury events!

Meteor showers in September

September Meteor Showers 2024: Is There a Meteor Shower Tonight?

~3 min

Get ready for September meteor showers! Our article provides a comprehensive guide – from scientific facts to best viewing tips – so that you never miss a “shooting star”.

Meteor Showers June-September 2024

Shooting Stars June-September 2024: Meteor Shower Calendar

~7 min

The mighty Perseids, prolific Southern Delta Aquariids, and many other meteor showers are about to light up the sky! Learn when and where to catch “shooting stars” from June to September. 🌠

Sky in September 2024

Celestial Events in September 2024: The Month of Saturn!

~9 min

We've put together a list of cool things happening in the sky almost every night this month. How many of these awesome sky events can you see?

T Coronae Borealis

T Coronae Borealis Nova 2024: When Will the Star Explode?

~6 min

A “new star” will explode at any moment in 2024! How can we see it? Learn all about the show-stopping star T Coronae Borealis in our article.

Planetary Alignment in space

Planetary Alignment: What Is It? When Is the Next Planetary Alignment?

~11 min

What is a planetary alignment, and when is the next one? Find out how to see planets line up in the sky.