Latest News on Astronomy and Sky Watching — Stargazing Calendar

Never miss an exciting event in the night sky with the Star Walk space news — your online guide to the latest astronomy events and celestial bodies visible tonight. Find out how and when to observe meteor showers, solar and lunar eclipses, Starlink satellites, planetary events, comets, and more. Learn the astronomy terms, see stargazing forecasts for Northern and Southern Hemispheres, and get observation tips.

Sky in April 2024

Celestial Events in April 2024: Planet Parades, Solar Eclipse, Bright Comet

~8 min

Discover April's celestial events: planetary alignments, comets, and meteor showers await! Don't miss the total solar eclipse and more with our comprehensive guide!

Pons-Brooks Best Comet 2024

How To Spot Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks in Tonight's Sky (Includes Map and Free Tracker)

~7 min

Great news! You can easily see the “devil comet” 12P/Pons-Brooks with even small binoculars right now. Here's your guide to spotting this “space volcano” in the sky.

Starlink Satellites

How to See Starlink Satellite Train 2024

~11 min

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

Venus-Neptune April 2024

Planetary Conjunctions: What Are They and When Is the Next One?

~5 min

Stay up to date with our complete list of planetary conjunctions! Mark your calendars, and be sure to observe these fascinating astronomical phenomena.

Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024

Total Solar Eclipse 2024: When and Where to See the Eclipse on April 8

~7 min

Here’s everything you need to know about the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024: eclipse visibility maps, timing, and the best locations to observe it! 😎

Planets next to the Moon: April 6-7, 2024

April 2024: What Planet is Next to the Moon Tonight?

~10 min

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!

Pluto guide

Facts About Pluto: Explore The Peculiar Dwarf Planet

~9 min

How far is Pluto from the Earth? Why isn’t Pluto a planet? Read this article to get answers to these and many other questions!

Facts About Mercury

Facts About Mercury: All You Need to Know

~6 min

Explore the closest planet to the Sun! Find out how long a day on Mercury is and how many moons the planet has. Also, keep up with the upcoming Mercury events!

Penumbral lunar eclipse near church

Deep Penumbral Lunar Eclipse on March 24-25, 2024: Timeline and Visibility

~5 min

On March 24-25, 2024, there will be a deep penumbral lunar eclipse — deep enough to be visible to the naked eye! Read the article for details!

Amazing Planet Venus

Facts About Venus: Explore the Earth's Sister Planet

~8 min

Why is Venus so hot and bright? When is the best time to observe it? Read this article to get answers to these and many other questions about this planet.

Solar Eclipses

What Are Solar Eclipses, Why Do They Occur, and How To Observe Them?

~7 min

Total and annular eclipse – what’s the difference?🌞 Can you see the stars during an eclipse?⭐ Are sunglasses good for eclipse viewing?😎 Find the answers to these and other questions about solar eclipses in our article!

What Is Space?

What Do We Know About Space?

~6 min

What is space made of, and what extraordinary things can be found out there? Read this article to unravel the mysteries of space!

Asteroid 2015 TB145 passing near Earth

When Is the Next Asteroid Predicted to Hit Earth in 2024?

~10 min

Is it likely for an asteroid to hit Earth anytime soon? In this article, we’ll answer the most burning questions about potentially hazardous asteroids.

Lunar eclipse

Lunar Eclipses: Types, Images & How Often Does a Lunar Eclipse Happen?

~7 min

What causes lunar eclipses? How often do they happen? When is the next one? Get answers to these and other questions from our article.

Pollux

Pollux: the brightest star in Gemini

~5 min

Discover Pollux – the brighter of the two “twin stars” in Gemini. Learn when and how to see the star, and what is special about it.

Facts About Uranus

Planet Uranus: The Coldest Planet

~10 min

Uranus has a peculiar chemical composition, extreme temperatures, and the most unusual axial tilt. Here we’ll take a closer look at this planet.

Spring equinox

Spring Equinox 2024: What Exactly Is It?

~7 min

When does spring begin? Why are day and night not really equal at the vernal equinox? And why isn't the spring equinox always the March equinox? Find out here!

Pleiades Star Cluster

The Pleiades: One of the Best Naked-Eye Deep-Sky Objects

~9 min

How many stars can be observed in the Pleiades star cluster? 💫 Most stargazers only see six – learn how to spot more!

Neptune at opposition 2021

Planet Neptune: Explore the Farthest Planet From the Sun!

~9 min

How big is Neptune? What is Neptune made of? Why is Neptune blue? Read our article and learn curious facts about the outermost planet in the Solar System.

Mars and its two moons, Phobos and Deimos

Mars: Facts About the Red Planet

~10 min

Why is Mars red? What’s the gravity on Mars? Read this article to get answers to these and many other questions and learn more about the Red Planet.