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Northern lights forecasts, alerts, and geomagnetic storm warnings
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The latest aurora forecast for tonight help you make sure you're in the right place at the right time to see the northern lights.
Night sky for tonight: Visible planets, stars and more in this evening's sky
By Jamie Carter last updated
Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.
New moon calendar 2025: When is the next new moon?
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference Discover what a new moon is and when the next new moon will occur with our new moon 2025 guide.
Space pictures! See our space image of the day
By Space.com Staff last updated
Space.com's image of the day rounds up the most awe-inspiring space photos right here, with a new image everyday.
The brightest planets in January's night sky: How to see them (and when)
By Joe Rao last updated
Reference Four bright planets are conveniently placed for viewing in January's evening sky. By far, the most brilliant is Venus, which dominates the southwest sky for several hours after sundown.
Night sky, January 2025: What you can see tonight [maps]
By Chris Vaughan last updated
Reference Find out what's up in your night sky during January 2025 and how to see it in this Space.com stargazing guide.
Full moon calendar 2025: When to see the next full moon
By Tariq Malik last updated
Reference The full moon happens about once a month. Find out when.
Quadrantid meteor shower: When, where & how to see it in 2025
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference The Quadrantid meteor shower peaks on January 3-4 and is active between Dec. 28 and Jan. 12. Our guide tells you how and where you can see the Quadrantid display.
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