Visible planets and night sky guide for February

Visible planets and night sky guide for February 2025. In mid-month, there are still 4 - going on 5 - planets in the evening sky. Here's how to see them!

See the zodiacal light in dark skies beginning around now

The zodiacal light is an eerie light extending up from the horizon. During the months around the March equinox is a good time to see it. How to see it, here.

Planet-observing is fun and easy: Top tips here

Get our top tips for planet-observing, from the innermost and elusive Mercury out to faint blue Neptune and everything in between.

Venus brightest on Valentine’s Day, 2025. Don’t miss it!

When is Venus brightest in 2025? In the evening sky, it's around February 14. Then, Venus will be at its brightest in the morning sky in April 2025.

Why is Venus so bright in our Earth’s sky?

You can't miss dazzling Venus in the west after darkness falls. It's the 3rd brightest object in the sky, after the sun and moon. But why is Venus so bright?

Happy Groundhog Day! Watch the festivities in Pennsylvania

The predicted high for Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, on February 2 is 41 degrees F (5 C) and cloudy. Will Phil see his shadow? Watch live here.

Mars near the twin stars of Gemini

Mars was at its brightest for 2025 in January. It'll grow fainter each month for the rest of the year. Look for Mars in the evening sky.

Venus now brilliant in the evening sky

Look for Venus after sunset! It's high in February's sky for all to see. It'll be brightest in the evening sky on February 14.

Lunar occultation of Mars on January 13, 2025. Images here!

The full Wolf Moon passed in front of red Mars for some observers last night. Here are some great images of the lunar occultation of Mars.

Top 10 brightest objects in our solar system

Ready for some easy astronomy? How about the top 10 brightest objects in our solar system? You only need your eyes for 7 of them. Check them out here.