Skywatching

People have been gazing into the night sky since ancient times. The way stars, planets, and other bodies move across the celestial dome is fascinating. Bright dots shine next to the Moon or pass close to each other. Here, you'll find everything you need to know about the best celestial shows: times, dates, observing tips, and more.

Planetary Alignment in space

Planetary Alignment on January 21, 2025: How to See It

~13 min
Astronomical News

The next planetary alignments are on January 21 and February 28. Don't miss them, they're going to be spectacular! Find out how to see planets line up in the sky.

Elongation

What Is Elongation in Astronomy: Find the Best Time to Observe Planets

~5 min
Astronomical News

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!

Planets near the Moon

Planet Next to the Moon Tonight: January 2025

~6 min
Astronomical News

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!

Planetary Opposition

Planetary Opposition 2025: Best Time to See Planets

~8 min
Astronomical News

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

Starlink composite

How to See Starlink Satellite Train 2025?

~7 min
Astronomical News

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

Planetary conjunctions - bright dots

Planetary Conjunctions 2025: Next Stop – Venus & Saturn

~5 min
Astronomical News

Next up: Venus passes Saturn from January 18 to 20!🪐 Learn the exact timing, get observing tips, and fascinating insights into planetary conjunctions.

Comet G3 Atlas from ISS

Comet G3 Atlas in January 2025: How to See C/2024 G3 (Atlas)

~5 min
Astronomical News

Learn about comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS), its brightness in 2025, and how to observe it. Did this comet live up to our expectations?

Mars opposition 2025

Mars Opposition 2025: Best Time to See Mars Until 2031

~4 min
Astronomical News

Mars will be directly opposite the Sun on January 16, 2025. Learn why you absolutely must see this celestial event.

Comets 2024

Comets 2025: Next Comet Visible from Earth

~3 min
Astronomical News

Learn about the brightest comets observable from the Earth in 2025. Some of them might become visible through binoculars or even with the naked eye!

January Full Moon

January Full Moon 2025: Wolf Moon Near Glowing Mars

~6 min
Astronomical News

The first Full Moon in 2025 (the Wolf Moon) will take place on January 13. Learn when and how to see the Wolf Full Moon and why it's called so.