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: 4 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: 6 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: 7 days ago | 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