Latest News on Astronomy and Sky Watching — Stargazing Calendar

A rare comet discovered in 2026 could become visible to the naked eye — or even in daylight — this April. Here’s what to expect and when to look.

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

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!

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!

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

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.

Gallop through the night sky: from Pegasus and its “pony” neighbor Equuleus to the Horsehead Nebula and other horse-shaped space objects. Your cosmic horse-hunt starts here!

Total and annular eclipse – what’s the difference?🌞 Can you see the stars during an eclipse?⭐ Are sunglasses good for eclipse viewing?😎 Find the answers to these and other questions about solar eclipses in our article!

A spectacular “Ring of Fire” solar eclipse that almost nobody can see in person — here’s how to experience it anyway.

Learn about the brightest comets observable from the Earth in 2026. Some of them might become easily visible through binoculars!

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

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

Learn about conjunctions of the Moon and planets that occurred in 2026. A link for the upcoming conjunctions list is included.

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.

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!

Explore the Pegasus constellation guide: stars, objects, myths, and tips on how to find the Winged Horse in the night sky.

A guide to Equuleus: mythology, how to find the constellation, its notable stars, and deep-sky targets for telescopes.

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

Discover Antares, the red supergiant star in Scorpius. Learn how to find it in the sky and when the star will meet the Moon and planets in 2026.

See two planets side by side! Discover rare planetary events in 2026. Get dates, times, and viewing tips now!