See A Brilliant Full ‘Flower Moon’ Rise: The Night Sky This Week
Published: April 27, 2026 06:00
North America’s celestial highlights for the week ahead, which also apply to mid-northern latitudes in the northern hemisphere.
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The Full ‘Flower Moon’ Is Coming — When To See It Rise On May Day
Published: April 26, 2026 08:00
When is the full moon? Everything you need to know about May’s full flower moon — including exactly when it’s full and the best evening to see it rise during dusk.
Northern Lights Forecast: 10 States May See Aurora Saturday Night
Published: April 25, 2026 20:38
The northern lights may be visible overnight from up to 10 northern U.S. states on Saturday, April 25, into Sunday, April 26, according to NOAA.
There Are 45 Earth-Like Worlds Where Aliens May Exist, Scientists Say
Published: April 25, 2026 07:11
Scientists identify 45 potentially habitable exoplanets, using exact data and quotes to guide future telescopes in the search for extraterrestrial life.
18 States Will See Regulus Swallowed By The Moon Saturday: Exact Times
Published: April 24, 2026 09:01
A waxing gibbous moon will occult Regulus after dark on Saturday, April 25, briefly wiping Leo’s brightest star from view for parts of America. Here’s when to watch.
Sun Fires Multiple Flares And CMEs — What It Means For Northern Lights
Published: April 24, 2026 07:35
The northern lights may be visible this weekend after a flurry of activity on the sun, with an X-class solar flare and coronal mass ejections breaking a quiet period.
See Venus Meet Uranus And The Pleiades Tonight In Naked-Eye Sky Show
Published: April 23, 2026 05:16
See Venus and Uranus in conjunction on Thursday, April 23, as the “Evening Star” sweeps close to the Pleiades open star cluster.
When To See The Moon And Jupiter Meet In A Stunning Sky Show Tonight
Published: April 22, 2026 06:00
A waxing crescent moon will pass just a few degrees from Jupiter tonight, creating one of April’s most striking naked-eye sky pairings.
See ‘Shooting Stars’ And A Lingering Comet Pan-STARRS On Tuesday
Published: April 20, 2026 08:00
Comet Pan-STARRS, also known as comet C/2025 R3 (Pan-STARRS), is now visible before sunrise. Here’s how, when and where to see it on Tuesday, April 21.
Comet Tracker: Monday Brings Best Chance To See A Comet And Meteors
Published: April 19, 2026 07:00
Comet Pan-STARRS, also known as comet C/2025 R3 (Pan-STARRS), just got closest to the sun and should still be visible from the Northern Hemisphere on Monday, April 20.
Northern Lights Forecast: 20 States May See Aurora Saturday Night
Published: April 18, 2026 22:22
The northern lights may be visible overnight from up to 20 northern U.S. states on Saturday, April 18, into Sunday, April 19, 2026, during a G1 or G2 geomagnetic storm.
Final Chance To See Comet Pan-STARRS At Its Brightest This Sunday — When To Look
Published: April 18, 2026 07:00
Comet Pan-STARRS, also known as comet C/2025 R3 (Pan-STARRS), will get closest to the sun on Sunday, April 19 — and should reach its brightest. Here's how to see it.
97% Of Americans Support NASA’s Artemis — Despite $90 Billion Cost
Published: April 17, 2026 12:06
Americans show strong support for NASA’s Artemis program despite its cost, with nearly one-third described it as a unifying moment.
Comet Tracker: Last Chance This Weekend To See Pan-STARRS — Here’s How
Published: April 17, 2026 09:00
Comet Pan-STARRS, also known as comet C/2025 R3 (Pan-STARRS), is visible before sunrise until this weekend. Here’s how, when and where to find it on April 18-19.
Lyrid Meteor Shower Will Peak Next Week — When To Look
Published: April 17, 2026 08:00
The Lyrid meteor shower peaks April 21-22, with up to 20 meteors per hour under dark skies — and 2026 offers near-perfect viewing conditions.
Don’t Miss Venus And A Crescent Moon Sparkle After Sunset This Weekend
Published: April 16, 2026 11:00
A razor-thin crescent moon will glow beside brilliant Venus on Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19, one of spring’s most beautiful and easy-to-see sky events.
Comet Tracker: See Pan-STARRS And A Galaxy On Friday As Finale Nears
Published: April 16, 2026 09:00
Comet Pan-STARRS, also known as comet C/2025 R3 (Pan-STARRS), is visible before sunrise until this weekend. Here’s how, when and where to find it on Friday, April 17.
Upgraded Northern Lights Alert: 27 States May See Aurora Friday
Published: April 16, 2026 08:52
The northern lights may be visible overnight from up to 27 northern U.S. states on Friday, April 17, into Saturday, April 18, 2026, during a G2 geomagnetic storm.
Comet Tracker: See PanSTARRS Thursday In Once-In-170,000 Years Chance
Published: April 15, 2026 08:00
Comet Pan-STARRS, also known as comet C/2025 R3 (Pan-STARRS), is visible before sunrise until this weekend. Here’s how, when and where to find it on Thursday, April 16.
Lyrid Meteor Shower Begins Tonight — When To Get The Best View
Published: April 14, 2026 14:50
The first major meteor shower, the Lyrids, begin on April 14, peaking April 21–22 in dark moonless skies. Here's everything you need to know.
Comet Tracker: How To See Pan-STARRS And Three Planets On Wednesday — Before It’s Gone
Published: April 14, 2026 07:49
Comet Pan-STARRS, also known as comet C/2025 R3 (Pan-STARRS), is visible before sunrise until this weekend. Here’s how, when and where to find it on Wednesday, April 15.
Comet Pan-STARRS Doubles In Brightness — How To Easily See It Tuesday
Published: April 13, 2026 07:41
Comet Pan-STARRS, also known as comet C/2025 R3 (Pan-STARRS), is visible before sunrise until next weekend. Here’s how, when and where to find it on Tuesday, April 14.
Comet Tracker: How To See Pan-STARRS Near A Crescent Moon On Monday
Published: April 12, 2026 07:38
Comet Pan-STARRS, also known as comet C/2025 R3 (Pan-STARRS), is now visible before sunrise. Here’s how, when and where to find it on Monday, April 13.
NASA Changes Moon Plan: Landing Now Depends On SpaceX Or Blue Origin
Published: April 11, 2026 06:00
NASA’s Artemis II has ended, but there's confusion about what happens next. Here's what we know
Splashdown! NASA’s Artemis II Returns To Earth After Moon Mission
Published: April 11, 2026 00:11
NASA’s Artemis II splashed down safely after a 10-day journey around the moon — the first crewed lunar mission since 1972 and a step toward 2028’s lunar landing.
Artemis II Splashdown: When To Watch Friday — After 16-Minute Blackout
Published: April 10, 2026 08:11
When to see NASA’s Artemis astronauts splashdown after their 10-day moon mission, but not before their Orion spacecraft heats to 5,000°F during a 16-minute blackout.
Rare Comet Visible For First Time In 170,000 Years This Weekend
Published: April 10, 2026 07:00
Comet Pan-STARRS, also known as comet C/2025 R3 (Pan-STARRS), is quickly becoming the must-see celestial event of 2026. Here’s how, when and where to find it.
Northern Lights Forecast: 10 States May See Aurora Friday Night
Published: April 10, 2026 06:00
The northern lights may be visible overnight from up to 10 northern U.S. states on Friday, April 10, into Saturday, April 11, according to NOAA.
Northern Lights Forecast: 10 States May See Aurora Thursday Night
Published: April 9, 2026 14:00
The northern lights may be visible overnight from up to 10 northern U.S. states on Thursday, April 9, into Friday, April 10, according to NOAA.
Another ‘NASA Eclipse’ Will Hit Kennedy Space Center In 2045
Published: April 8, 2026 07:37
NASA's Artemis II crew just saw a 57-minute total solar eclipse from the far side of the moon. NASA's next eclipse comes in 2045 during the "Greatest American Eclipse."
Artemis Astronauts See Earthrise, Earthset And A Total Solar Eclipse
Published: April 7, 2026 14:21
The crew of NASA’s Artemis II mission just took some spectacular images of Earth and experienced a unique total solar eclipse during their lunar flyby on April 6/7, 2026.
Artemis Astronauts Just Saw A Total Solar Eclipse — Now It’s Your Turn
Published: April 7, 2026 08:24
The four Artemis II astronauts in Orion witnessed a spectacular total solar eclipse during their lunar flyby on Monday, April 6. Here’s how to see one yourself.
‘Comet Of The Year’ Vaporized — But Another Will Peak Late April
Published: April 6, 2026 11:48
‘Sungrazer’ comet MAPS was destroyed during a close solar pass on April 4, but comet C/2025 R3 (PanSTARRS) will peak around April 25 — with possible naked-eye visibility.