Skywatching

On April 4–5, comet C/2026 A1 (MAPS) will make an extreme pass by the Sun that could turn it into one of the year’s brightest comets. Here’s what to expect and when to look.

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

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.

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

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

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

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!

What constellations can you see in April? Explore eight April constellations, their brightest stars, and get a helpful night sky map for easy stargazing.

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.

Get a clear picture of Jupiter: how it looks to the naked eye and with optics, when to see it in the sky in 2026, what it’s composed of, and what makes this gas giant special.