Latest News on Astronomy and Sky Watching — Stargazing Calendar

Watch the Alpha Centaurid meteor shower in February 2026! 🌠 Find out when you can see the most meteors and learn about the observation conditions in 2026.

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

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!

Full Moon February 2026 (Snow Moon): Feb 1, 22:09 UTC/GMT (10:09 PM in UK time / 5:09 PM ET / 2:09 PM PT). In Cancer near Beehive Cluster (M44) — viewing tips.

The Sun: just one of billions of stars in space but so crucial for life on Earth. Discover the features of our closest star, from its true color to the famous sunspots, and learn how to safely observe the Sun's stunning beauty!

Discover why now’s prime time for the northern and southern lights, what causes them, and where to see the “dancing lights.”

Meet Venus, the Earth’s “evil sister!” Get to know the planet and learn about upcoming Venus events in this article.

Discover Aldebaran, the bright orange star in Taurus – possibly part of a multiple star system and host to exoplanets! Learn how to find this star in the sky above you and why it’s fascinated people throughout history.

Don’t miss the 6-planet alignment on February 28, 2026 — four of the six planets will be visible to the naked eye! Learn how to see this rare event.

The only Blood Moon of 2026 happens this March. Check visibility maps, exact times, and see if the total lunar eclipse is visible where you live.

Mercury retrograde in February is coming! Before blaming your problems on it, get the science. Learn what retrograde means in astronomy and check the next planetary retrograde dates.

Why is Mars red? What’s the gravity on Mars? Read this article to get answers to these and many other questions and learn more about the Red Planet.

The next planetary alignment will take place in February 2026. Six planets — Jupiter, Uranus, Saturn, Neptune, Venus, and Mercury — will align in the evening sky. Find out how to see this unique event!

Browse pictures of beautiful galaxies, colorful nebulae, and bright star clusters. Learn how to observe them yourself in February 2026.

We’ve handpicked the best celestial event for each month of 2026 — check them all out and plan your year under the stars!

Discover 8 constellations of February’s sky, including Canis Major and Gemini. Learn simple ways to spot them in this guide.

What is Uranus? Learn facts about its size, rings, moons, rotation, and cold atmosphere. Also, explore Uranus’ upcoming events!

Discover Pollux – the brighter of the two “twin stars” in Gemini. Learn when and how to see the star, and what is special about it.

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!

Discover what makes the February 2026 sky special: a rare planet parade, a solar eclipse, Mercury at its best, Moon events, comets, and more.