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Northern lights forecasts, alerts, and geomagnetic storm warnings
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
Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.
What are lunar eclipses and how do they occur?
Reference Lunar eclipses occur when Earth blocks the sun and casts a shadow over the surface of the moon. We explore the different types of lunar eclipses here.
When is the next solar eclipse?
Reference Our solar eclipse guide will help you plan how to see the next solar eclipse.
The summer solstice: What is it and when does it occur?
Reference The summer solstice marks the start of astronomical summer and the longest day of the year. Here we explore when the summer solstice occurs and why.
Space pictures! See our space image of the day
Space.com's image of the day rounds up the most awe-inspiring space photos right here, with a new image everyday.
Meteor showers 2025: When, where and how to see the best 'shooting stars' of the year
Reference Our meteor showers 2025 calendar tells you everything you need to know about upcoming meteor showers, including where and when to see them.
January full moon 2025: The Wolf Moon hides Mars
The full Wolf Moon of January 2025 occurs on Jan. 13 and will pass in front of Mars during a lunar occultation visible from North America.
