The best time to watch a meteor shower is in the early predawn hours, when the moon is low in the sky. Competing sources of light—such as a bright moon or artificial glow—are the main obstacles to a ...

I pick out North America’s celestial highlights for the week ahead (which also apply to mid-northern latitudes in the ...

Another year of skywatching is upon us, and there's a lot to look forward to in 2025!

This month offers incredible views of six planets, including Venus-Saturn conjunction. See the dates for all of 2025's ...

In this article, I'll delve into the Moon's phases, including why they occur and how they impact life on Earth. The Sun ...

Find out exactly when to see the full moons of 2025, including dates for two total lunar eclipses and three supermoons.

As long as Connecticut skies stay clear, residents should be able to see a number of planets as they put on a special ...

The Moon meets the Red Planet’s rival in Scorpius, skims close to Saturn, and reaches New phase in the sky this week.

waxing crescent, first quarter, waxing gibbous, full moon, waning gibbous, third quarter and waning crescent. The phases exist because of how the moon orbits Earth. "Sunlight illuminates half ...

The Wolf Moon, named after the howling wolves heard during January's cold winter nights, adds a cultural element to the game.