This week, witness the spectacle of the crescent moon alongside Mars as shooting stars cascade through the night sky. getty Every Monday, I curate the most remarkable celestial events happening in the northern hemisphere (mid-northern latitudes) for the upcoming week. Make sure to check my main feed for more comprehensive articles on stargazing, astronomy, eclipses, …
A Perseid (shooting star) from A Veiga, Galicia, Spain. getty Every Monday, I curate the celestial highlights for the northern hemisphere (mid-northern latitudes) for the coming week. For more comprehensive articles on stargazing, astronomy, eclipses, and more, make sure to visit my main feed. The Night Sky This Week: August 7-13, 2023 It’s time to …
Get ready to catch a glimpse of Neptune this weekend as it will be visible near the moon. Future Publishing via Getty Images If you possess a reliable pair of binoculars, this weekend offers a rare chance to spot Neptune. Mark your calendars for the evening of Friday, August 4, and keep your eyes peeled …
Witness the captivating sight of the summer Milky Way over the serene prairie pond in southern Alberta. Universal Images Group via Getty Images Experience the rare appearance of the planet Mercury as it graces the post-sunset sky this week, delighting those who rarely have the opportunity to observe it. In a unique occurrence, Mercury will …
In an unusual conjunction, the planets Jupiter (L), Venus (C), and Mercury (R) are seen over the Wupatki pueblo ruin at Wupatki National Monument in Flagstaff, Arizona, on May 24, 2013. AFP via Getty Images Every Monday, I curate the northern hemisphere’s standout celestial events for the upcoming week. However, make sure to check my …
This week brings a unique opportunity—and a final opportunity—to observe the inner solar system using just your eyes … [+] as Venus, Mars and Mercury appear in Earth’s post-sunset twilight sky. Getty The solar system consists of eight planets and five dwarf planets, but the real action takes place in the inner solar system where …
The Perseid meteor shower, known for its dazzling display of “shooting stars,” has commenced and will reach its peak overnight on Saturday, August 12 through the early hours of Sunday, August 13, 2023. To witness this celestial event, individuals must venture away from areas with light pollution and find a dark sky. If the weather …
Noctilucent (“night shining”) clouds form from ice crystals in the mesosphere. getty Every Monday, I curate the celestial highlights of the northern hemisphere (mid-northern latitudes) for the upcoming week. However, make sure to visit my main feed for more comprehensive articles on stargazing, astronomy, eclipses, and other related topics. The Night Sky This Week: July …
As the “Super Buck Moon” emerges over Graves lighthouse in the Boston Harbor islands, captured in a stunning photograph by Joseph Prezioso/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images, we delve into the celestial highlights of the northern hemisphere for the upcoming week. While this article provides a summary, don’t forget to explore my main feed for more …
This week offers some truly breathtaking views of the solar system during twilight. getty Each Monday, I curate the most captivating celestial highlights (for mid-northern latitudes) for the upcoming week. Be sure to check out my main feed for more exclusive articles on stargazing, astronomy, eclipses, and so much more! The Night Sky This Week: …