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Orionid meteor shower 2027: All you need to know
The Orionid meteor shower is here! Find out where and when to look up with our charts and viewing tips.
October 20, 2026
Comet Halley is parent of 2 meteor showers
The famous comet Halley spawns both the October Orionid meteor shower and the May Eta Aquariid meteor shower. It'll return to the inner solar system in 2061.
October 18, 2026
Inferior conjunction — Venus! October 23-24, 2026
Venus reaches inferior conjunction — passing between Earth and the sun — at 4 UTC on October 24, 2026. Afterwards, it emerges into the eastern sky before dawn.
October 17, 2026
Proxima Centauri is the closest star to our sun
Proxima Centauri is the nearest star to our sun at 4.22 light-years away. It's home to at least 3 planets and has massive solar flares.
October 14, 2026
Meet Aquarius the Water Bearer and its stars
Aquarius lies in a “watery” part of the sky, near Pisces the Fish, Cetus the Whale, Eridanus the River and Piscis Austrinus the Southern Fish.
October 13, 2026
The ghost of Biela’s Comet: It created a storm and disappeared
November's Andromedid meteor shower is from the ghost of Biela’s Comet. It stunned observers in the 1800s, breaking up and producing meteor storms.
October 8, 2026
Flashing star in autumn? Here are 3 candidates
Flashing star in October? Discover 3 bright stars that shimmer in red, green and other colors, and find out why they put on this dazzling show.
October 6, 2026
Smart scopes are amazing. Here’s why I love mine
There are many different smart scopes on the market today. They're great for astrophotos. Info here. Plus stunning photos made with smart scopes!
October 6, 2026
We fly between the sun and Saturn on October 4
Don't miss Saturn at opposition on and around the night of October 4, 2026. That's when our planet Earth passes between the sun and Saturn.
October 4, 2026
Stargazing tips! 10 great tips for beginning astronomers
If you're new to observing the night sky, check out our top 10 stargazing tips for beginners. We'll help you explore and expand your love for astronomy.
October 1, 2026
