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Don’t Miss the Geminid Meteor Shower 2025

The Geminids are predicted to be one of the most remarkable meteor showers of 2025, peaking on December 13–14.

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A dark blue graphic with a Full Moon (Supermoon) in December.
Moon Guide for December 2025
Discover the phases of the Moon in December 2025. Also, why does the Full Moon appear higher in the sky in the winter months and lower in summer?

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Astronomy events in December 2025: Super Cold Moon, Mercury's Greatest elongation west, Geminids Meteor shower, and December Solstice.
Skywatching Tips for December 2025
What’s up in the day and night sky in December 2025, including the Geminid meteor shower and the December solstice.

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Moon on dark background with location pin on the South Pole of the Moon - the landing site for Artemis III.
Artemis III: Where on the Moon Is the South Pole?
When humans return to the lunar surface in 2027, they’ll land near the South Pole. We show you how to find it while gazing at the Moon.

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The aurora borealis lights up the sky of Harstad, northern Norway. Green and purple bands appear over a snowy landscape.
Powerful Solar Storm Triggers Auroras Far from Poles
A G4 storm triggers dazzling auroras in the United States and other countries far beyond the usual polar regions, with activity ongoing.

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Image taken from the International Space Station showing a thin Waxing Crescent Moon illuminated by Earthshine.
Most Remote Moon Until 2043
The most extreme Earth-Moon distances occur around New Moon or Full Moon. On November 20, 2025, the Moon will be at its farthest distance for the next 18 years.

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Four major astronomical events in November 2025: the Super Hunter's Moon, Leonids Meteor shower, Uranus at opposition, and the Orion constellation.
Skywatching Tips for November 2025
What’s up in the day and night sky in November 2025, including the Leonid meteor shower and Super Hunter's Moon.

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A dark blue graphic with a Full Moon (Supermoon) in November.
Moon Guide for November 2025
Discover the phases of the Moon in November 2025—and find out why, this year, November’s Beaver Moon is also a Super Hunter’s Moon.

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Early image of comet 3I/ATLAS with the first detection of its tail. Taken by Thomas Puzia’s team at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile on August 23, 2025, using ESO's Very Large Telescope (VLT).
Comet Watch: 3I/ATLAS Flies Through Solar System
“This is the first opportunity to study an interstellar object in such exquisite detail,” says Dr. Thomas H. Puzia, an old friend of timeanddate.

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Image of Comet C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) taken by Geert Vandenbulcke on October 1, 2025.
Comet Watch: C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) to Put On a Show?
C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) might be the best comet of 2025.

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Photo of comet C/2025 R2 (SWAN), taken by Michael Mattiazzo on September 26, 2025.
Comet Watch: C/2025 R2 (SWAN)
A recently discovered comet might be visible to skywatchers during October.

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Four major astronomical events in October 2025: the Harvest Moon, the Full Moon spawning of coral reefs, Orionids Meteor shower, Mercury's Greatest elongation east.
Skywatching Tips for October 2025
What’s up in October’s day and night sky, including the Harvest Moon and two meteor showers.

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A dark blue graphic with a Full Moon (Harvest Moon) in October.
Moon Guide for October 2025
October’s Moon phases, including when the Moon meets up with Saturn, Jupiter, and Venus. Also, why does the Harvest Moon fall in October this year?

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An artist rendering of the red giant star Betelgeuse using data elements from NASA.
New Star Clouds Betelgeuse Supernova Timeline
Scientists at NASA have spotted a stellar companion for the 10th-brightest star in our night sky. It may change predictions about when Betelgeuse will explode.

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Saturn's rings seen edge-on by the Hubble Space Telescope. The large spot is the shadow of Saturn's moon Titan.
See Saturn at Its Best
Saturn is at opposition—one of the best times to see it—on September 21, close to Earth’s equinox. Fun fact: It’s also close to Saturn’s equinox.

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A vivid green aurora arc visible over Harstad, northern Norway.
A Good Time for Aurora Chasers?
This can be a good month for catching auroras—thanks to interesting effects that kick in around the equinox.

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Simple illustration of a total lunar and total solar eclipse on the sky.
4 Eclipses Not to Miss 2026–2029
Some eclipses, like this month’s partial solar eclipse, can be very elusive. We’ve compiled a list of upcoming eclipses you can get to in real life.

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Four major astronomical events in September 2025: the Blood Moon (total lunar eclipse), the Moon-Jupiter conjunction, the partial solar eclipse, and the equinox.
Skywatching Tips for September 2025
What’s up in September’s day and night sky, including a Blood Moon and a partial solar eclipse.

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A dark blue graphic with a Full Moon in September.
Moon Guide for September 2025
September’s Moon phases, plus a total lunar eclipse and the New Moon partially eclipsing the Sun.

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Photo taken by Dr. Thomas H. Puzia during the first partial phase of the March 2025 total lunar eclipse. A blue-ish band is clearly visible.
Will There Be Blue in the Blood Moon?
Around 85% of the world’s population has a chance to see a “blood red” total lunar eclipse on September 7–8, 2025. Some of us might get to see a band of blue.

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A screenshot of timeanddate.com's Night Sky Map from the perspective of New York, showing the star Sirius bright in the early morning sky just before sunrise on August 30.
Sirius and the Dog Days of Summer
See Sirius return to the night sky around late summer and discover its ancient link to the hottest days of the year.

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An image of Earth at night, created with data from the Suomi National Polar-orbiting Partnership (NPP) satellite.
Earth Spun Unusually Quickly in July and August 2025
Since 2020, Earth has notched up unprecedentedly short days midway through the year. It will happen again in 2025 around July 9, July 22, and August 5.

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A person standing on a rocky outcrop looking up at the Milky Way in a dark and starry sky.
August 2025 Hosts Rare Black Moon
The Black Moon returns in August, but the date you’ll experience it depends on your time zone. Discover when and why this lunar event takes place.

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Venus appears just below Jupiter: Night Sky Map screenshot for New York City on August 12, 2025, at 05:00 (5 am) local time.
Get Ready for the August 2025 Planet Parade
After Venus and Jupiter’s mid-August meeting, they’re joined by Mercury, Saturn, and the Moon for a predawn planet parade on August 19.

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A composite image showing 18 meteors from the Perseid Meteor Shower.
Don’t Miss the Perseid Meteor Shower
Even though the Full Moon may wash out the peak Perseids this year, there may still be good times to spot them.

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A dark blue graphic with a Full Moon in August.
Moon Guide for August 2025
August’s Moon phases and close approaches. Plus, it’s a month with two First Quarter Moons—whichever time zone you’re in. Find out why this is a tight squeeze.

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Astronomy events in August 2025: Perseids Meteor shower, Venus-Jupiter Conjunction, Mercury's Greatest elongation west, and Black Moon.
Skywatching Tips for August
What’s up in the August sky, including the Perseid meteor shower, a close approach between Venus and Jupiter, and a Black Moon.

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A photograph capturing the Pleiades star cluster close to the Crescent Moon. The image has been edited to make the Pleiades star cluster appear more prominent.
Seven Sisters Eclipse: See the Lunar Occultation on July 20
On July 20, skywatchers in North America can witness the Moon pass in front of the Pleiades star cluster.

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Moon on dark background with an arrow pointing to Mare Tranquillitatis (Sea of Tranquility) where the Apollo 11 mission landed.
Where on the Moon Did Apollo 11 Land?
Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin touched down in Mare Tranquillitatis on July 20, 1969. NASA’s Noah Petro tells us about the landing site.

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Astronomy events in July 2025: Aphelion, Full Moon, Moon occultation of the Pleiades star cluster, and Moon-Jupiter conjunction.
Skywatching Tips for July 2025
What’s up in July’s day and night sky, including the Moon occulting the Pleiades, and Sirius—the Dog Star—rising. Plus, Earth is at its farthest from the Sun.

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A dark blue graphic with a Full Moon in July.
Moon Guide for July 2025
July’s Moon phases, plus the Moon does the rounds and snuggles up to Saturn, Venus, Jupiter, and Mars throughout the month.

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Boy eating ice cream in the Sun on a beach full of parasols and people.
Why Summer 2025 Will Be Shorter
2025 will see a drop in the length of the Northern Hemisphere summer—find out how much shorter it will be.

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Colorful tents at a remote campsite in Svalbard under the midnight sun, surrounded by Arctic mountains and snow patches.
Endless Daylight, Sleepless Nights: Solstice Side Effects
The longest day of the year can bring energy—or anxiety. Here's how the abundance of daylight around the summer solstice can affect your brain and body.

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Bright green aurora borealis lighting up the night sky over a rocky shoreline and snow-covered mountains, reflected in the calm water.
Geomagnetic Storm Alert: Get Ready for Stunning Auroras
Potential aurora displays are expected on June 14 as NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a G2 storm watch, with elevated geomagnetic activity.

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This is a photo of the Moon with Mare Frigoris (Sea of Cold) marked as the landing site for the Hakuto-R 2 mission.
Attempted Moon Landing
HAKUTO-R Mission 2 crashed into Mare Frigoris—the Sea of Cold—on June 5. Why was this landing site chosen?

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Vivid green northern lights lighting up the sky over a lake with snow-capped mountains in the background.
Geomagnetic Storm: Rare Chance to See Aurora
A huge solar flare and an Earth-directed coronal mass ejection mean brighter auroras farther away from the poles.

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Venus above the Eastern horizon on June 1, 2025, is visible from New York.
See Venus Shine Brightly in the Morning Sky
Early risers will be treated to a stunning view of Venus in the morning sky as the planet reaches its greatest elongation on June 1, 2025.

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Key astronomical events in June lie side by side on a dark background.
Skywatching Highlights for June 2025
What’s up in the day and night sky in June 2025: A bright morning Venus, two Moon-Mars conjunctions, and the solstice changing the seasons.

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Simulation of the sky over New York at 05:00 on May 23, 2025. From left to right: Venus, the Moon, and Saturn.
May 23: Moon, Venus, and Saturn Align
Three solar system bodies line up in the sky, visible to the naked eye before sunrise.

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A dark blue graphic with a Full Moon in June.
Moon Guide for June 2025
June’s Moon phases, including close approaches with Mars and Venus.

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Full Moon in a deep blue sky framed by soft-focus cherry blossoms at night.
See the May Micro Flower Moon
The Micro Flower Moon lights up the night on May 12, 2025. But does it really look smaller?

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Silhouettes of two people watching a bright meteor streaking across the sky above a forested horizon.
Look Up for the 2025 Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower
This year’s Eta Aquarids will bring up to 50 shooting stars per hour, and they’re visible from almost anywhere. Here’s how to spot them.

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A dark blue graphic with Full Moon in May.
Moon Guide for May
In May, the Moon aligns with Venus and Saturn. Read more about May’s Moon events and what makes this month’s Full Moon special.

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Full Moon in April on a dark blue background.
Moon Guide for April 2025
Will the Crescent Moon make a smiley face with Venus and Saturn? Discover April’s Moon phases, including a Micromoon and a Supermoon.

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Simulation of where comet C/2025 F2 (SWAN) might appear in the sky over Sydney, Australia, in May 2025—but comets are notoriously unpredictable. Note: The size of objects of timeanddate.com’s Night Sky Map is exaggerated.
C/2025 F2 (SWAN): A Faint Comet Appears in the Sky
A newly discovered comet will likely be difficult to observe—but comets are famous for their unpredictable behavior.

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The constellation Lyra, as seen on timeanddate.com’s Night Sky Map for New York at midnight on April 21–22, 2025.
See the Lyrid Meteor Shower In a Mostly Moonless Sky
The bright Moon won’t interfere much with this year’s Lyrids—it won’t rise until a few hours before dawn.

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Artist’s impression of T Coronae Borealis. The white dwarf star on the left is pulling material—mostly hydrogen—away from the red giant on the right.
Update on T Coronae Borealis Eruption
T CrB, also known as the Blaze Star, could explode “in the coming months or next year”—but, for now, things remain quiet.

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An image of vibrant pink, purple, and green aurora over mountains in Harstad, northern Norway.
What Solar Maximum Means for Aurora Colors in 2025
Will the Sun’s solar maximum phase this year affect the colors we see in the aurora? Find out the science behind these incredible lights in the sky.

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A screenshot of the Night Sky Map showing the position of the Crescent Moon appearing close to the Pleiades.
The Crescent Moon Meets the Pleiades
On April 1, skywatchers around the world can witness the Crescent Moon cozying up to the Pleiades star cluster.

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The constellation of Orion appears brightly in a dark sky over a snowy field.
How to Spot Orion in the Winter Sky
November to March is the best time to hunt for the constellation of the mythical giant.

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Equinox and solstice illustration.
March Equinox 2025
Astronomers mark the start of our planet’s year on the Spring equinox—March 20 for 2025.

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An image showing Venus to the right of the Crescent Moon in the early evening sky.
Rare Chance to See Venus in Evening & Morning Sky
Skywatchers in northern latitudes can witness the rare event of Venus being visible in both the evening and morning sky on the same night.

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Screenshot from a timeanddate.com live stream showing a “devil’s horns” eclipse sunrise in Canada on June 10, 2021.
Solar Eclipse to Strike North America and Europe
On March 29, parts of Canada and the US will witness a “devil’s horns” eclipse sunrise; Europe sees a partial eclipse.

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A dark blue graphic featuring a bright Full Moon illustration at the top. Below, bold white text reads "Full Moon," followed by the date "March 14" and the time "06:54 UTC."
Moon Guide for March 2025
March’s Moon phases, including a total lunar eclipse of the Worm Moon and the New Moon partially eclipsing the Sun.

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Silhouettes of a person and two children standing on a hill against a dark night sky, with a large, red-hued fully eclipsed moon above them.
Don’t Miss the Total Lunar Eclipse
Where to see the Blood Moon on March 13–14 and tips for the best viewing experience.

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A picture of sunrise, taken from the International Space Station by NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick.
Planet Parade 2025: Can We See All the Planets?
We were curious: How often are all the planets above the horizon at the same time, in a darkish sky?

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A view of vibrant purple northern lights over Harstad, northern Norway.
Northern Lights Photography
How to take breathtaking photos of the northern lights, from camera settings to ideal locations—plus tips for editing and perfecting your shots.

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A sky map illustrating the close approach of the Moon and Mars in the constellation Gemini, labeled with surrounding constellations.
The Moon Meets Mars
Don’t miss your chance to see Mars and the Moon meet up in the night sky this month.

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Artist’s impression of T Coronae Borealis. The white dwarf star on the left is pulling material—mostly hydrogen—away from the red giant on the right.
Wait Continues for Eruption of T Coronae Borealis
“When it explodes, it will be one of the most extensively observed objects,” says astrophysicist Léa Planquart.

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An illustration of the Full Moon phase occurring on February 12 at 13:53 UTC.
Moon Guide for February 2025
February’s Moon phases, including the Snow Moon on the 12th. Plus, the best times to spot Venus, Saturn, and Mars near the Moon!

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The aurora borealis over mountains in Harstad, northern Norway.
2025 Set for Spectacular Northern Lights Displays
With the Sun at solar maximum, 2025 promises more chances to witness incredible auroral shows.

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A Full Moon rises over a hilltop dotted with silhouettes of leafless trees, set against a soft, warm-toned sky.
5 Reasons to Look Up at the Moon This Year
As always, the Moon will be putting on a show this year. Here are five reasons to look up at the night (or day) sky in 2025.

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Night Sky Map for Sydney showing Comet C/2024 G3 on Jan 18, 2025, plus Venus and Saturn. The size of objects has been exaggerated to show their positions more clearly.
Best Comet of 2025?
C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) has already become very faintly visible to the naked eye for observers in the Southern Hemisphere.

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Screenshot from our Night Sky Map for New York at 17:30 on January 18, 2025—bright Venus lies close to the fainter Saturn above the southwestern horizon.
January 2025: See Venus and Mars at Their Best
Also, Venus and Saturn have a close approach.

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A Quadrantid meteor seen over Mount Fuji, Japan.
Quadrantid Meteor Shower 2025
The Moon won’t interfere with this year’s Quadrantids, which peak around January 3–4.

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Night Sky Map showing the Moon-Saturn conjunction on January 4, 2025.
The Moon, Saturn & Venus Align
See the Crescent Moon and planets align in early January.

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Silhouette of a person stargazing under a clear night sky filled with stars, with faint light pollution on the horizon and trees in view.
Will You Get a Black Moon This December?
There will be a Black Moon on December 30/31—but not for people in some time zones.

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A winter sunrise in northern Norway.
Winter Solstice: Shortest Day, Not Latest Sunrise
Why do mornings keep getting darker after the December solstice?

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A Full Moon rises over snowy mountains.
This Month’s Full Moon Will Only Be 99.82% Full
On December 15, 2024, we will have the least illuminated Full Moon of the year.

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A Full Moon sets behind the Atlas Mountains in Morocco.
Look Out for December’s Extreme Full Moon
The Full Moon on December 15, 2024, will rise and set at its most extreme northerly points on the horizon.

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Shooting stars streak across the starry night sky in the forest.
See the Shooting Stars of the Geminids 2024
The Geminid Meteor Shower 2024 peaks in mid-December and can bring more than 100 meteors per hour.

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Night Sky Map showing the Moon-Saturn conjunction on December 7, 2024.
The Moon & Saturn Meet Again
Don’t miss seeing the Moon and Saturn meet in the night sky for another close approach on December 7, 2024.

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A person standing in lit up green grass looking up at a dark and starry sky.
Do You Get a Black Moon This Weekend?
What is a Black Moon, and why do some people get it earlier?

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A photo of Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), plus aurora borealis, taken on October 19, 2024, near Harstad, Norway.
Will We See a Bright Naked-Eye Comet in 2025?
Our comet list for 2025 doesn’t contain anything as dramatic as Tsuchinshan-ATLAS. But that could change.

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The position of comet C/2024 S1 (ATLAS) is shown on timeanddate.com’s Night Sky Map for New York, USA, at 07:10 (7:10 am) local time on October 30, 2024. A wafer-thin Crescent Moon is also shown.
What Will Happen to “Sungrazer” Comet C/2024 S1?
A newly discovered Kreutz sungrazer comet might become bright around the end of October 2024—but the latest indications are not promising.

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Night Sky Map showing the Moon-Saturn conjunction on November 10, 2024.
Saturn and Moon Meet in the Sky
Saturn and the Moon will meet up in the night sky for a close approach on November 10–11.

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Image from timeanddate.com’s Night Sky Map showing Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), as seen from New York at 20:00 on October 18, 2024.
Don’t Miss Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS
We give you 5 steps to up your chances of spotting the rare naked-eye comet.

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Halley’s Comet, photographed on March 8, 1986, from Easter Island.
Orionids 2024—a Trail of Debris from Halley’s Comet
Although 2024 is not an exceptional year for the Orionids, it is a big year for the comet that produces this particular meteor shower.

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Big orange Full Moon above trees on a dark sky. Sunset with a Super Full Moon at Woy Woy Waterfront on the Central Coast, NSW, Australia.
The Super Hunter’s Moon 2024
This month, the Full Hunter’s Moon will be a Supermoon and the closest Full Moon of the year.

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Night Sky Map showing the Moon-Saturn conjunction on October 14, 2024.
Saturn Moon Close Approach
Saturn and the Moon will meet up in the night sky for a close approach on October 14–15.

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The position of Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) is shown on timeanddate.com's Night Sky Map for New York at 20:00 (8 pm) local time on October 15, 2024.
Can You See the Comet?
Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS might be visible to the naked eye in the coming weeks.

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An aerial view of Monrovia, the capital city of Liberia in West Africa.
Sun to Cross Equator This Weekend
What time is the 2024 September equinox—and where exactly does the Sun cross the equator?

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A ring of bright sunlight visible around that New Moon during an annular solar eclipse.
October 2: Final Eclipse of 2024
A solar eclipse across South America coincides with a Micro New Moon—how does this make a crucial difference?

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Photograph of a golden full moon rising above forested mountains in a gradient blue to purple to pink sky.
The Super Harvest Moon Eclipse 2024
Five reasons why the Full Moon on the night of September 17–18, 2024, will be extra special.

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Placement of Blaze Star on the night sky.
When Will T Coronae Borealis Erupt?
“The most likely remaining eruption date is ‘soon’, any night now.”

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A big flock of birds flying towards the Full Moon in a lightly clouded blue-green sky.
A Rare Blue Moon in August
This month a special Full Moon will light up our sky. It’s the Sturgeon Moon, but also a Blue Moon. How does that happen?

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Vector image of Jupiter-Mars conjunction
Closest Jupiter-Mars Conjunction until 2033
On August 14, 2024, Jupiter and Mars will appear to almost touch in the sky—an illusion caused by a planetary alignment.

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Image of a Perseid meteor streaking across a starry sky.
Five Things to Know about the Perseid Meteor Shower
The Northern Hemisphere’s summertime shooting-star display peaks around August 11 to 13.

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Venus shines in a twilight sky.
Venus Returns as the Evening Star
For the next eight months or so, depending on your latitude, Earth’s twin planet will shine in the west after sunset.

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Illustration of the globe shoving equal day and night time at −2.1° latitude.
Equal Day and Night? It Happens in June!
As the Northern Hemisphere celebrates the longest day in June, some experience equilux, equal day and night. Spoiler alert: It's not at the equator.

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Image of a Third Quarter Moon over mountains in northern Norway.
Closest Quarter Moon 2024
The end of 2024’s shortest lunar month—from May 30 to June 28—coincides with this year’s closest Quarter Moon.

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View of Earth taken by European Space Agency (ESA) astronauts.
Earth Slows Down, but Remains Unpredictable
Following a recent run of the shortest days ever recorded by atomic clocks, Earth’s rotational speed may be slowing.

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Simple illustration showing Moon and Earth position during solar eclipse with Moon's shadow on Earth's surface.
Who Gets the Most Eclipses?
How frequent are eclipses for a particular city—and do some cities get more than others?

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A view of the San Antonio skyline from the San Pedro Creek Culture Park.
How San Antonio Lost the 2024 Great American Eclipse
A few decades ago, parts of downtown San Antonio were predicted to have half a minute of totality on April 8. But as a result of Earth’s unpredictable rotation, the city center will miss out.

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Sky simulation showing the totally eclipsed Sun, with Jupiter and Venus on either side.
The Comet Sharing the Stage with a Solar Eclipse
A comet may become visible in the night sky around the time of April’s solar eclipse. But that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s wise to look for it during totality.

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Bright moon in a dark cloudy sky with te clouds reflecting the moonlight.
Micro Moon and Penumbral Lunar Eclipse 2024
When the Sun, Earth, and Moon almost perfectly align on March 25 at 07:00 UTC for a Full Moon, it also coincides with a whole bunch of lunar events.

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Map illustration of eclipse path going through Mexico, US and Canada, april 8, 2024
The 7 Best Places to See the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Are you gearing up to see the total solar eclipse in April? We’ve collected some of the best spots to see totality, and the tools to find your perfect location.

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Close-up image of the Moon, including the valley where the Apollo 17 mission landed.
March 10: Moon’s Closest Approach to Earth in 2024
The New Moon of March 2024 will produce this year’s shortest Earth-Moon distance.

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The Crescent Moon and Jupiter just below.
March and April 2024: Jupiter and Moon Close Approach
Around March 13, the Moon will pair up with Jupiter in the latest of a string of close approaches. The Moon will sweep by again around April 10.

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January Full Moon Kicks Off Longest Moon Phase of 2024
The Moon will take 8 days, 5 hours, and 24 minutes to go from Full on January 25, to Third Quarter on February 2. That’s the longest time between two primary Moon phases this year.

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Image of bright Sun in blue sky.
January 2024 New Moon Will Be an Ultra-Thin Crescent Moon
The New Moon on January 11 will also produce the biggest solar eclipse ‘miss’ of 2024.

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Geminid meteor moving across the sky during the Gemind Meteor Shower in December at Mt.Tsukuba, Ibaragi Prefecture, Japan.
Geminid Meteor Shower 2023: Where and When to See It
The Geminid Meteor Shower 2023 peaks just after a New Moon, making the skies perfectly dark for a shooting star show.

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A Third Quarter Moon with tree branches in the foreground.
Why Is the Dec 5 Half Moon Special?
Find out why this ‘Half Moon’ is more than 50% illuminated. Plus, we share some lesser-known Moon dates for 2024, from the closest Moon, to the shortest lunar month.

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Lunar Eclipse over Rugby Final
On October 28, rugby fans in Paris may find the action on the field upstaged by a partial lunar eclipse overhead.

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Print screen from the live stream of solar annular eclipse.
Solar Eclipse 2023 Highlights
See our footage of the famous “ring of fire” forming in the sky as the 2023 annular solar eclipse reaches its peak.

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An aerial view looking toward New Braunfels, Texas.
The Texas Cities That Lost a Solar Eclipse
New Braunfels and Seguin in Texas were predicted to be within the path of annularity for the solar eclipse on October 14, 2023. But Earth had other ideas.

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Screenshot from a timeanddate.com live eclipse broadcast showing a partially eclipsed Sun rising in Ontario, Canada. The yellow Sun looks like bright devils horns rising from the horizon.
The 2023 Annular Solar Eclipse in America
On October 14, an annular solar eclipse will sweep across North and South America. The timeanddate team will be on the ground in Roswell, New Mexico, streaming it LIVE to you.

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Moonrise over a farm with a barn in the backdrop.
Harvest Moon Waxes as Equinox Warps Moonrise Times
You may have noticed that the Moon rises in quicker succession these days than it usually does. It’s a side effect of the approaching equinox—and one of the reasons why we call the next Full Moon the Harvest Moon.

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Venus shines brightly near the horizon
Venus at Greatest Elongation: Subtle Patterns Revealed
Venus performs a dazzling 19-month dance as the morning and evening star. But digging into the data reveals more subtle patterns.

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A really big yellow Supermoon rises over the high rise and skyscraper buildings in Vancouver British Columbia, Canada.
The Super Blue Moon in August 2023
There’s a special Full Moon on August 31, 2023: it’s a Super Blue Moon. How rare is this? We’ve crunched the numbers.

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Dark sky with stars and several meteors over a landscape with city lights.
Perseid Meteor Shower 2023
This year, the Perseid Meteor Shower peaks on a weekend, and—with an almost New Moon—we are in for a spectacular show.

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A dark conference room with high ceilings and a person presenting on stage.
The European Astronomy Community Meets
Last week saw the annual meeting of the European Astronomical Society in Kraków, Poland. timeanddate was there to catch up with old friends, and share our experience of live-streaming eclipses.

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99% of Population in Sunlight: July 8 Isn’t the Only Date
Last year, we confirmed an internet meme claiming 99% of the world’s population gets sunlight at the same time on July 8. In fact, this happens on a whole range of dates—but only around a specific time of day.

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The Sun shines over Sydney Harbour, Australia
Who Gets the Most Sunlight?
No matter where we live, we spend about half the year with the Sun above the horizon. But, ignoring clouds, which part of the world gets the most daylight? And which gets the least? The answers might surprise you.

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Graph presenting Greatest Elongations of Venus 2012-2035
June 4, 2023: Venus at Farthest Distance from Sun in Sky
Twice every 19 months, Venus reaches its farthest point from the Sun in the sky. But on June 4, its maximum distance will be slightly less than usual.

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Illustration showing the maximum point of the penumbral lunar eclipse on May 5–6, 2023.
May 2023 Eclipse: Moon Just Misses Earth’s Dark Shadow
During a penumbral lunar eclipse on May 5, 2023, the Moon will pass within about 160 km (100 miles) of Earth’s umbral shadow.

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Screenshot of a live broadcast showing a partial solar eclipse in progress.
Ningaloo Eclipse Wows Millions
Eclipse enthusiasts around the world just witnessed a rare hybrid solar eclipse that graced the skies above parts of Australia and Asia. Watch the highlights from our live stream.

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The diamond ring effect, as seen from San José de Jáchal, Argentina, July 2019.
10 Things about the April 2023 Total Solar Eclipse
When is it, where does it happen, and how can you watch it? Plus, what makes the April 20 solar eclipse so special?

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The timeanddate control room for the total lunar eclipse on the night of May 15-16, 2022
Bringing the Sky to the Screen
We’re helping the science community launch a forum for everyone involved in planning and producing live astronomy broadcasts.

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The Malecón waterfront area in Mazatlán, Mexico
“The Great American Eclipse?” It Starts in Mexico
With a little over a year to go until a total solar eclipse across North America, timeanddate has been helping local preparations in the city of Mazatlán.

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A crowd in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, watch the 2017 Great American Eclipse.
How Many Millions Live in the Path of Upcoming Eclipses?
31.5 and 42.6 million people live along the paths of annularity and totality for the 2023 & 2024 solar eclipses across the Americas. But which upcoming eclipse passes over the biggest resident population?

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Green Comet 2023: Find It in the Sky!
Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) will make its closest approach to Earth on February 1. It might be possible to spot it with the naked eye.

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timeanddate's Moon phase visualization tool showing the New Moon for January 2023
January 21, 2023: Closest New Moon Since the Middle Ages
This Saturday’s New Moon will be the closest New Moon to Earth in a period of 1337 years.

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View of the night sky from Yellowstone National Park
Look Up! Night-Sky Highlights for 2023
Andrew Fazekas from Astronomers Without Borders picks out five cosmic events to look forward to this year.

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A winter's day in Central Park, New York City
The Shortest Day Is Becoming Longer
Many of us would welcome more daylight on the shortest day of the year. So here’s some good news: the year’s shortest day is becoming longer (but only by a few seconds).

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World map showing day, night, and twilight at 19:56 UTC on December 6.
Dec 6: Minute of Global Darkness
There's a moment each year when almost 9 in 10 people worldwide experience night.

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A street in Versailles, a suburb of the French capital Paris.
The End of the Leap Second?
The world may be moving toward getting rid of leap seconds—for at least 100 years.

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Getting Ready for a Lunar Eclipse Live Show
Our mobile observatory team is preparing to live stream the November 2022 lunar eclipse. Meanwhile, our partners around the world will provide contrasting views of the same event.

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Collage of a map showing the path of the October 25, 2022 solar eclipse, a group of girls with eclipse glasses, and a partially obscured Sun.
Why You Should Look Up at the Sky Today
Are you planning to see the partial solar eclipse tomorrow? Here’s all you need to know.

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A partial eclipse of the Sun seen next to buildings.
10 things about the October–November eclipse season
Eclipses come within periods known as eclipse seasons. The October–November 2022 season features a partial solar eclipse and a total lunar eclipse.

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Close-up of a half moon seen on black space background at night.
International Observe the Moon Night 2022
The next First Quarter Moon will be the closest Quarter Moon this year. Celebrate the Moon on Saturday, October 1, for International Observe the Moon Night.

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Collage of photos of the Chicago skyline at different times of the day, stitched together to form a complete skyline panorama.
Get Ready for the 2022 Equilux
The September equinox is upon us. But did you know that day and night are equal on a different date? Find out why and when.

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EPSC2022 will be held in Granada, Spain
timeanddate at the Europlanet Science Congress 2022
We’re collaborating with specialists worldwide to host two sessions focussing on public engagement and the live coverage of celestial events.

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A beautiful night shot of the harvest full moon as it aligns with the center top of the abandoned historic light house tower along Lake Michigan in Chicago as sailboat passes by on the dark water.
When Is the Harvest Moon in 2022?
The Harvest Moon is on September 10 this year. But the wonderful thing about this Full Moon is that, in the Northern Hemisphere, it can feel like it lasts for a few days.

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Photo of Artemis I on the launch pad.
Watching the Weather for Artemis I
Stormy weather could delay the launch of NASA’s latest Moon mission on Monday.

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A Perseid meteor, as seen from Ontario, Canada.
Perseids Meteor Shower 2022
With up to 100 shooting stars per hour, the peak of the Perseids is a night to look forward to. Alas, the Full Moon shines bright this year, making it a bit more challenging to see the shooting stars.

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The Summer Triangle, as photographed from Japan
Celebrate the Milky Way This August
Join Astronomers Without Borders from August 1 to 7 to learn more about our home galaxy.

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A view of the Earth from 9000 meters (30,000 feet)
Earth Sets New Record for Shortest Day
Earth keeps spinning faster—but why? timeanddate checks the latest numbers.

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sunlight across the globe
99% Of Us See Daylight at This Moment (Or Do We?)
Is it really true that 99% of the world's population see daylight at 11:15 UTC on July 8?

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People use a smartphone to photograph the moon and sea at Jetty Park in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
Super Buck Moon July 2022
The second Supermoon of 2022—the Super Buck Moon—will grace our skies on July 13. Here are some tips on how to enjoy it.

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A large glowing yellow Full Moon rising above the ocean and lifeguard towers and people watching on Long Beach, New York.
Super Strawberry Moon June 2022
Everyone can see the Super Strawberry Moon in June! The Strawberry Moon will be close to Earth, making it a Supermoon. Here are some tips on how to see it.

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Planets to Align in the Sky in June 2022
The seven wandering classical planets—including the Moon and the Sun—line up in the sky this month. Find out where and when to spot the planetary alignment.

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An image of the December 2019 annular solar eclipse, as seen from Malaysia
500 Days to the ‘Ring of Fire’ Eclipse Across the Americas
The timeanddate mobile observatory will be in Roswell, New Mexico, for an annular solar eclipse on October 14, 2023.

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Setting Sun visible between skyscrapers lining 42nd street in New York.
Manhattanhenge 2022
Manhattanhenge is when the Sun aligns with the street grid of New York at sunset. Find out dates and locations for 2022.

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A Third Quarter Moon against the blue day sky over a sandy colored rock formation with soft eroded edges.
Shortest Moon Phase in 2022
The time between this month’s Full Moon and Third Quarter Moon will be the shortest period between two primary Moon phases this year.

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A partially eclipsed Moon sets in Ouarzazate, Morocco, on the morning of May 16, 2022.
Highlights: May 2022 Lunar Eclipse
From moonrise in western North America to a spectacular moonset in Morocco, timeanddate broadcast live pictures from around the world.

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Total lunar eclipse Darien Martin
Getting Ready for the Prime-Time Blood Moon Eclipse
A glance behind the scenes as we prepare our LIVE studio—and send our mobile observatory to Morocco for prime-time pictures of the eclipse.

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A view of a total lunar eclipse in the evening sky.
May 2022 Lunar Eclipse: Top 3 Tips for Watching the Event
With two weeks to go until a prime-time lunar eclipse, timeanddate asked Dr. Ed Krupp—director of Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles—for his eclipse-watching advice.

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EPSC2022 will be held in Granada, Spain
timeanddate at the Europlanet Science Congress
Are you involved in astronomy live streams? Join timeanddate at the Europlanet Science Congress in September 2022 to present your work and take part in our discussion.

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