Jupiter is the brilliant evening “star” visible after sunset this winter, peaking in brightness at opposition on Jan. 10, ...

From Jupiter at its bright opposition to a slew of close planetary pairings, meteor showers and spectacular eclipses, here's ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Observing the night sky can be done with no special equipment, although a sky map can be very ...

Mercury currently appears as a bright "evening star" in the southwestern sky at sunset. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Mercury ...

Astronomy enthusiasts and even the general public can enjoy watching Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system, as it ...

Mercury reaches its point of greatest eastern elongation on Friday (July 4), presenting an excellent opportunity to spot the rocky planet during its evening apparition in the post-sunset sky. The ...

The month brings a strong lineup of celestial sights, including a supermoon, meteor activity, and several close moon-planet ...

The hours following sunset on Dec. 25 offer a wealth of naked-eye astronomy targets that can put even the most glitzy ...

The sky tells us a lot about what’s going to happen in weather. Last night’s sunset had a few strong hints as the chaotic sky developed. Sorry, I’m going to ...

Find out what's up in your night sky during January 2026 and how to see it in this Space.com stargazing guide.

After putting on a show in the predawn sky earlier this month, Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS (C/2023 A3) was eventually lost in the glare of the Sun. But now that it has crossed behind the Sun from our ...

Oak trees stand before a sunset near the community of Washington recently. If you have a recent photo that showcases the ...