Stars
The number of stars in the universe is countless, but only around 2,000 of them can be seen with the naked eye in the dark night. And how many stars can you identify? Don’t worry, here we’ve prepared for you detailed information and colorful pictures on the brightest stars in the sky. You don’t even need to find each star’s location by yourself — our astronomy apps Star Walk 2 and Sky Tonight will guide you through the night sky showing the names, facts, and locations of the stars above you.
Pollux Star Facts: The Brightest Star in Gemini
Find Pollux in the night sky: see where Gemini’s brightest star is, when it’s visible, how it compares to Castor, and what makes it special.
Regulus (Alpha Leonis): The Brightest Star in Leo
Find Regulus in the night sky, explore its color, distance, and mythology, and discover when the Moon and planets will pass close to this star.
Where Are the Pleiades Tonight? Meet the Seven Sisters Star Cluster
Find the Pleiades star cluster tonight: here’s where to look in the sky, when the Seven Sisters are visible, how to spot them from your location, and when the Moon passes nearby.
Spica (Alpha Virginis): Brightest Star in Virgo
Find out when Spica is visible and how to find it, discover interesting facts about the star, and learn about its upcoming encounters with the Moon and planets.
Red Giant Star Aldebaran: The Follower of the Pleiades in Taurus
Explore Aldebaran, the orange giant in Taurus, with facts about its size, distance, and mythology, plus tips for finding it and upcoming Moon pairings in 2026.
Halloween Night Sky: Spooky Stargazing
Embrace the spirit of Halloween by exploring the spooky wonders of the cosmos, from demon stars to ghostly nebulae. Get all the cosmic treats this Halloween!
Astronomy Calendar 2026: All Major Celestial Events of the Year
A complete month-by-month guide to all the major astronomical events of 2026, including eclipses, meteor showers, Supermoons, and Moon-planet meetups.
Constellations in November: 6 to Find in the Night Sky
Find six November constellations in 2026, including Cassiopeia, Andromeda, and Pisces, with practical observing tips for the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
Daytime Astronomy: Can You See Stars During the Day?
Astronomy isn’t just for “night owls”! Explore the Sun, Moon, planets, bright stars, satellites, rare meteors, and atmospheric effects in our daytime astronomy guide, with tips for safe viewing.
Atmospheric Refraction: 5 Surprising Ways It Changes What We See
Find out how atmospheric refraction flattens the Sun and Moon, shifts sunrise and sunset times, and creates the mysterious green flash near the horizon.