SKYWATCHING

Jupiter to reach opposition on January 10—how to see it when it's brightest and closest to Earth

Jupiter makes its closest approach on January 9, just 393 million miles away, shortly before reaching its opposition on January 10.
Published: Jan 2, 2026  |  By Raj Naik

January's Supermoon is going to be special, thanks to a rare triple brightness boost

This event serves as the grand finale to a four-month Supermoon cycle that has been lighting up the skies since last October.
Published: Jan 2, 2026  |  By Raj Naik

Moon phases 2026: When is the next full moon?

This weekend’s event is more than just a standard full moon; it is also a supermoon, appearing slightly larger and brighter than usual.
Published: Jan 2, 2026  |  By Raj Naik

Winter stargazing made easy: Spot Perseus, Taurus and other constellations

January sky is perfect for stargazing despite the cold.
Published: Jan 1, 2026  |  By Pratham Gurung

New Year's Day 2026: What is the Moon phase today?

The 2026 calendar year opens with a bright celestial display, featuring a Waxing Gibbous Moon that will.
Published: Jan 1, 2026  |  By Raj Naik

2025 supermoons recap: 10 best images of the year's grand lunar events

A supermoon occurs when the moon’s orbit brings it near its closest point to Earth, making it appear much larger and brighter than usual.
Updated: Dec 30, 2025  |  By Raj Naik

How far away is comet C/2024 E1 (Wierzchos) from Earth on December 29?

The comet will make its closest pass to Earth in February, reaching a minimum distance of approximately 93 million miles.
Published: Dec 29, 2025  |  By Raj Naik

Massive M-class solar flare may trigger auroras on January 1

On December 28, a dormant sunspot, identified as Sunspot 4317, unexpectedly erupted.
Updated: Dec 29, 2025  |  By Raj Naik

January 2026: Quadrantids meteor shower and more skywatching events to start the new year

January 2026 will dazzle skywatchers with meteors, a Wolf Moon, Jupiter at its brightest, and a planetary alignment.
Updated: Dec 29, 2025  |  By Pratham Gurung

Where is interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS now? Current position and visibility

The interstellar comet has already made its way past Earth and is on its journey towards interstellar space now.
Updated: Dec 26, 2025  |  By Mahalekshmi P

Comet C/2024 E1 (Wierzchos) to make closest approach to Earth soon—latest coordinates and viewing tips

The night sky of 2026 welcomes comet C/2024 E1 (Wierzchos), which will be making its closest approach to Earth and the Sun.
Published: Dec 26, 2025  |  By Mahalekshmi P

Blood moon alert: Here's everything you need to know about next year's total lunar eclipse

The rare blood moon will be up in the sky for nearly 3 hours.
Updated: Dec 26, 2025  |  By Pratham Gurung

Christmas 2025: What is the Moon phase on December 25

A beautiful Waxing Crescent Moon is here to grace the skies on Christmas.
Updated: Dec 25, 2025  |  By Mahalekshmi P

Quadrantid meteor shower 2025/26: When and how to watch

The Quadrantids are widely regarded as one of the best meteor showers of the year.
Updated: Dec 27, 2025  |  By Pratham Gurung

Arctic auroras could paint northern skies green this Christmas Eve as a solar storm approaches Earth

NOAA forecasters report that a solar eruption known as a CME may sweep past Earth on December 24.
Published: Dec 24, 2025  |  By Raj Naik

3I/ATLAS: Where is the interstellar comet headed next after skimming past Earth?

On Friday, December 19, the comet made its closest pass to Earth, safely cruising by at a distance of approximately 167 million miles.
Published: Dec 22, 2025  |  By Raj Naik

3I/ATLAS latest update: Where to watch the interstellar comet livestream on December 19

The object was first spotted on July 1, 2025, by the NASA-funded ATLAS survey telescope based in Rio Hurtado, Chile.
Updated: Dec 19, 2025  |  By Raj Naik

Here are some quick facts about 3I/ATLAS ahead of its closest approach to Earth

Discovered in July by the ATLAS telescope in Chile, this comet is on a one-way trip through our solar system.
Published: Dec 19, 2025  |  By Raj Naik

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS's closest approach to Earth: Date, time and naked-eye visibility

The object was first officially spotted on July 1, 2025, by the NASA-funded ATLAS survey telescope based in Rio Hurtado, Chile.
Updated: Dec 19, 2025  |  By Raj Naik

Comet 3I/ATLAS makes its closest approach to Earth: Skywatching tips, livestream and more

The closest approach of comet 3I/ATLAS to Earth will happen on Friday, 19 December 2025, at a distance of 1.798 Astronomical Units.
Updated: Dec 19, 2025  |  By Raj Naik