Meteor Showers: Perseids (and More) Still Sparkling Mid-to-late August means the Perseid meteor shower is still active, even though its peak on August 12–13 has passed ts2.tech. The Perseids officially continue through August 23 ts2.tech, so on the nights of August 20 and 21, 2025 you may still catch a few “shooting stars” each hour…
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Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of skywatching. On the nights of August 8–9, 2025, the heavens are putting on a show: one of summer’s most famous meteor showers is ramping up (despite interference from a bright full moon), the two brightest planets in our sky are drawing together in a dazzling pre-dawn conjunction, and…
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From streaking meteor showers to a dazzling “double planet” meetup at dawn – not to mention a near-full Sturgeon Moon and even a chance of Northern Lights – the sky is serving up something for everyone. Space agencies and astronomers are buzzing about these events: NASA calls one upcoming meteor display “the best of the…
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The first weekend of August 2025 is packed with celestial sights. From meteors streaking through warm summer nights to bright planets converging at dawn, there’s plenty for skywatchers to enjoy on August 2–3. Below, we break down all the must-see skywatch alerts – and bust a few myths – for this weekend, including where and…
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Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of celestial shows! On the nights of August 1–2, 2025, skies around the world will be buzzing with cosmic activity. From shooting star displays and potential auroras dancing at high latitudes, to a rare lineup of planets and even a crewed rocket launch, there’s something for every skywatcher. Below…
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Meteor Shower Double Feature: Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids Late July brings a cosmic double feature as two meteor showers peak back-to-back. The Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids overlap in activity, offering skywatchers an unusual treat. “Near the peak on July 31, if the radiant were overhead it would produce about 25 meteors per…
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December 2025 is shaping up to be a celestial extravaganza. From one of the year’s most spectacular meteor showers under dark, moonless skies to unusual planetary alignments and the heightened chance of dazzling auroras, skywatchers around the world have plenty to look forward to. This public guide breaks down the month’s major astronomical events –…
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November 2025 is brimming with celestial events that will delight skywatchers. From fireball-spitting meteor showers and a record-breaking supermoon to bright planets on parade and even a visiting comet, the night sky offers plenty of reasons to look up. Below is your comprehensive guide – complete with expert insights and key dates – to all…
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Overview – A Month of Cosmic Highlights September 2025 is set to delight skywatchers around the globe with a feast of celestial events. From a dramatic “Blood Moon” eclipse to a deep partial solar eclipse, from planetary showstoppers to mystical meteor showers, the night (and daytime) sky offers something for everyone. This month brings one of the best views of Saturn, an…
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August 2025 brings a mixed bag of celestial spectacles for skywatchers. The famous Perseid meteor shower will peak under less-than-ideal moonlight, but the cosmos offers plenty of consolation prizes. A rare six-planet alignment will grace the dawn sky starwalk.space, Venus and Jupiter stage a dazzling close encounter starwalk.space, and the Sun’s heightened activity could spark…
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