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.

What Is Elongation in Astronomy: Mercury & Venus Greatest Elongation 2025 Dates

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What is elongation, and what does it have to do with the planets’ visibility in the sky? Get familiar with the concept of elongation and learn how to choose the perfect time to observe the planets!

Starlink composite

How to See Starlink Satellite Train 2025?

~9 min

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

Facts About Uranus

Planet Uranus: The Coldest Planet

~12 min

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

Planetary Conjunctions

Astronomical Conjunction of Planets 2025: When to See 2 Planets Close Together?

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See two planets side by side! Discover rare planetary events in 2025, including the Venus-Jupiter conjunction and the Saturn-Neptune triple conjunction. Get dates, times, and viewing tips now!

Venus, the brightest planet

Venus Facts: Explore the Brightest Planet in The Sky

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In July 2025, Venus is perfectly placed for observing and photography! Get to know the planet and learn about upcoming Venus events in this article.

Neptune at opposition 2021

Neptune: Farthest Planet From Earth

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How big is Neptune? What is Neptune made of? Why is Neptune blue? Read our article and learn curious facts about the outermost planet in the Solar System.

Planets near the Moon

Bright “Star” Next to Moon: What Planet Is Near the Moon Tonight?

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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!

Facts About Saturn

Planet Saturn: How to Find Saturn in the Sky in 2025?

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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.

Meteors in July 2021

How to See the Southern Delta Aquariids & Other Meteor Showers in Late July 2025

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Discover when to see the Delta Aquariids — one of the most active Southern Hemisphere meteor showers — and the Alpha Capricornids in July 2025.

Pollux vs Sun

Pollux: The Brightest Star in Gemini

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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.

Meteor Showers June-September 2024

Shooting Stars June-September 2025: Meteor Shower Calendar

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

Constellations in July

July Night Sky Guide: Best Constellations and Stars to Spot

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Discover July’s best constellations — from Scorpius to Norma — and learn pro observing tips for your July night sky adventure!

Facts About Mercury

All About Mercury, The Smallest Planet In The Solar System

~9 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!

Deep-sky objects in July

Best Deep-Sky Objects by Month: July 2025

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Discover the best deep-sky objects to observe in July – from colorful nebulae to distant galaxies and star clusters. Perfect for stargazing and astrophotography!

July Sky Events

July Sky Events 2025: What to See in the Night Sky This Month

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Retrograde planets, shooting stars, and bright star clusters – learn what’s up in the sky in July 2025!

Pluto

All About Pluto: Explore The Peculiar Dwarf Planet

~12 min

How far is Pluto from the Earth? Why isn’t Pluto a planet? Read this article to get answers to these and many other questions!

Star Aldebaran

Red Giant Star Aldebaran: The Follower of the Pleiades in Taurus

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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.

The Beehive Cluster

Beehive Star Cluster in Cancer: Stars, Location, Mythology

~7 min

The Beehive Cluster is one of the appealing deep-sky objects for both amateur and professional astronomers. You can find it in the sky, too! Discover when and where to see the cluster and what makes it special.

Jupiter guide

Fun Facts About Jupiter: The Biggest Planet in the Solar System

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Bright Jupiter is known for its enormous size, many moons, and mysterious Great Red Spot. Read our article to uncover all the secrets of the giant planet.

Planetary Opposition

Planetary Opposition 2025: Best Time to See Planets

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