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Crepuscular rays are sunrays in twilight skies
Crepuscular rays form around twilight when particles in the atmosphere reflect the sun's light beams toward our eyes. See photos of the phenomenon here.
September 13, 2026
Atlantic hurricane season sets a record: No hurricanes yet!
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season has set a record. It's the longest we've ever gone in a hurricane season without seeing a hurricane. Read more here.
September 12, 2026
International Cloud Appreciation Day is September 11
The international Cloud Appreciation Day is September 11, 2026. Learn how to participate here and see a gallery of beautiful clouds.
September 11, 2026
What is an Equal Earth projection map? See comparisons here
Everyone is familiar with the Mercator map, a flattened view of Earth. But what is the Equal Earth projection map, and how does it compare?
September 10, 2026
Will fall migration 2026 bring a billion bird night?
Will we see a billion bird night during fall migration this year? And get tips on how you can help birds by turning off exterior lights.
September 9, 2026
Fall hummingbird migration in progress across North America
The fall hummingbird migration typically lasts from August through October. Spot the birds in every U.S. state and Canadian province as they travel south.
September 9, 2026
Reef fish survival threatened by motorboat noise
Reef fish exposed to motorboat noise can end up smaller and struggle to escape predators, says new research into dangerous underwater noise.
September 7, 2026
These microbes in Antarctica don’t live anywhere else
Researchers have discovered that some microbes in Antarctica are unique to the icy continent and are found nowhere else on Earth.
September 6, 2026
Hurricane triplets spin across the Pacific Ocean
Rare hurricane triplets are currently spinning across the Pacific Ocean: Lowell, Karina and Marie. Did El Niño play a part? Find out here.
September 3, 2026
Lake Powell hits record low, continues to drop
Lake Powell has hit its lowest level ever. Despite the monsoons, like the flash floods that hit Grand Canyon over the weekend, water levels continue to drop.
September 2, 2026
