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.

Comet C/2026 A1: Will Comet MAPS become the next bright comet 2026?

Will Comet C/2026 A1 (MAPS) Be Visible to the Naked Eye in April 2026?

~15 min
Astronomical News

1 week to go: comet C/2026 A1 (MAPS) is heading for an extreme solar pass that may make it one of the year’s brightest comets. Here’s what to expect and when to look.

Illustration of a bright comet with a long tail in the night sky

Comet C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS: How to See It in April 2026

~9 min
Astronomical News

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

Northern Hemisphere Constellations by Season: What Constellations Are Visible in Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter

~9 min
Astronomical News

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.

Jupiter Appearance – What Does Jupiter Look Like

Jupiter Facts for Skywatchers: What Does Jupiter Look Like From Space and From Earth?

~15 min
Astronomical News

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.

Night Sky in April 2026: What to See This Month

Night Sky in April 2026: What to See This Month

~15 min
Astronomical News

See the best sky events in April 2026: the Pink Moon, Mercury at greatest elongation, the Lyrids, a 4-planet alignment, and two comets that may become visible to the naked eye.

Starlink composite

How to See Starlink Satellite Train 2026?

~9 min
Astronomical News

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

Venus, the brightest planet

Venus Facts: Explore the Brightest Planet in The Sky

~14 min
Astronomical News

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

Planets near the Moon

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

~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!

Zodiacal light or false dawn/dusk

Zodiacal Light (False Dawn/False Dusk): Definition + Best Time and Where to Look

~8 min
Astronomical News

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!

Southern Hemisphere Winter Constellations

Southern Hemisphere Constellations by Season: Best Southern Sky Constellations

~9 min
Astronomical News

Discover the best Southern Hemisphere constellations by season and learn when and where to spot them in the southern sky.