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Taurid meteor shower to hit first peak on October 14, 2026—Viewing tips and what to expect tonight

The Southern Taurids are a complex annual meteor shower that will reach its first peak on the night of October 14, 2026. Here's all you need to know.
Updated: 5 hours ago  |  By Harsh Vardhan

Spot Capella, Arcturus and Sirius: 3 bright stars are dazzling the October night sky

If you've looked up at the sky this month, there's a chance you might have seen at least one of them. If not, this guide has you covered.
Updated: 1 day ago  |  By Lakshmi Kola

Aurora forecast: High speed solar wind could trigger northern lights over the U.S. on October 13

Northern U.S. states like Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Maine could get to see the aurora tonight.
Updated: 1 day ago  |  By Pranjal Pranit

The Moon will pass close to a giant red star on October 14—here's how to spot it

The Moon will pass close to Antares, located roughly 550 light-years from Earth, on October 14, 2026, with a lunar occultation visible from select regions.
Updated: 1 day ago  |  By Purva Muley

Mars, Jupiter and Regulus to form striking line in October 16 morning sky: Here's how to watch them

Jupiter and Mars are drawing closer to each other as October progresses, with a close meeting scheduled for November 16.
Updated: 2 days ago  |  By Lakshmi Kola

NASA astronaut shares stunning auroras views from ISS amid geomagnetic storm warning in U.S.

The NOAA has issued a warning for moderate geomagnetic storms on October 11 that could bring auroras to some northern and upper midwest states in the U.S.
Updated: 3 days ago  |  By Harsh Vardhan

Aurora forecast: Solar storm could bring northern lights to New York and other U.S. states on October 9

This will be the second moderate geomagnetic storm in the past seven days, with only minor auroras seen in the months before.
Updated: 7 days ago  |  By Pranjal Pranit

Mars is set to cross a spectacular swarm of stars soon—when and how to watch it

Mars will cross the Beehive Cluster, creating a striking sight for skywatchers this month.
Updated: Oct 6, 2026  |  By Purva Muley

Don't miss Draconid and Orionid meteor showers this October: Here are peak timings and viewing tips

The Orionids may be tougher to spot than the Draconids, as moonlight may interfere with the visibility of the former.
Published: Oct 6, 2026  |  By Lakshmi Kola

October's Full Moon 2026: Peak date, city-wise timings and viewing tips for Hunter's Moon

The Hunter Moon will light up the night sky on October 26, peaking at 12:11 a.m. EDT.
Published: Oct 6, 2026  |  By Lakshmi Kola

Watch Saturn at its best during opposition in U.S. tonight ahead of Jupiter's occultation—City-wise timings here

After the stunning Saturn show, a crescent Moon will occult Jupiter in the night sky.
Published: Oct 4, 2026  |  By Harsh Vardhan

Aurora forecast: Maine and other U.S. states may see the northern lights on October 2 as CME hits Earth

Geomagnetic storms make auroras expand southward, and northern U.S. states could benefit.
Published: Sep 30, 2026  |  By Pranjal Nath

Harvest Moon will be joined by Saturn and Neptune on September 26: Here's how you can spot them

The Moon, Saturn, and Neptune will form a triangle in the night sky on September 26.
Published: Sep 25, 2026  |  By Lakshmi Kola

Aurora forecast: Solar storm could trigger prominent views over northern U.S. on September 24

A fast-moving stream of solar wind from a canyon-shaped coronal hole may trigger a minor geomagnetic storm as early as tonight.
Published: Sep 23, 2026  |  By Pranjal Nath

Aurora alert: Solar wind from giant coronal hole could enhance Northern Lights on Wednesday

The Sun's rotation caused the coronal hole to face our planet and a blast of solar wind is en route.
Published: Sep 21, 2026  |  By Pranjal Nath

Moon phases 2026: When is the next Full Moon in September? Date and city-wise timings

Mark your calendars for this year's Harvest Moon.
Published: Sep 18, 2026  |  By Lakshmi Kola

Aurora alert: Northern lights could be visible Wednesday night in Montana, Alaska and more U.S. states

The visual spectacle can be best viewed around midnight under clear and darkened skies.
Published: Sep 16, 2026  |  By Pranjal Nath

Northern U.S. could get to see the aurora on September 15-16, says NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center

Combined effects of coronal hole high-speed streams and coronal mass ejections could see the geomagnetic field reach G1 (minor) storm levels today and tomorrow.
Published: Sep 15, 2026  |  By Pranjal Nath

Missed Jupiter's lunar occultation? Catch Venus meeting up a crescent Moon in U.S. skies on September 14

Next week's event will mark the second of three occultations that Venus will undergo this year.
Published: Sep 9, 2026  |  By Harsh Vardhan

Moon phases 2026: New Moon on September 11 to provide an excellent night for stargazing

The lack of moonlight will create great conditions for viewing and photographing deep-sky objects.
Published: Sep 8, 2026  |  By Lakshmi Kola
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