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Mars’ gala summer has ended
Mars - the world next-outward from Earth in orbit around the sun - has been brighter these past 2 months than since 2003. It's still bright, but will soon fade. Here are a few recent images of Mars at its best.
September 3, 2018
8 planets in 1 night, from Rome
"I have been thinking for decades about imaging 8 planets of our solar system in 1 night, from sunset to dawn. I imaged all of them from Rome, above the amazing monuments of the Eternal City."
September 2, 2018
See it! Moon sweeps past Mars
Mars is still at its best, and the moon has just swept past. Plus Saturn is nearby. Enjoy these photos from the EarthSky community.
August 24, 2018
Favorite Perseid meteor shower photos
2018 was an exceptional year for August's tried and true Perseid meteor shower.
August 14, 2018
Moonless nights ahead for the Perseids
It'll be a great year for the annual Perseid meteor shower. Don't miss this preview by Guy Ottewell, which has the best charts you'll find anywhere online.
August 8, 2018
Full moon eclipse and Mars
Mars was brighter in late July than it had been since 2003. Then - on July 27 - that very bright Mars appeared near the moon as it was undergoing a total eclipse.
July 28, 2018
The July 27 total eclipse of the moon
More details and more charts, from Guy Ottewell.
July 27, 2018
Mars and moon meet at midnight
Best insights - and best charts - anywhere online about Mars' wonderful July 2018 opposition and meet-up with the moon on the dome of Earth's sky.
July 26, 2018
See it! Mars is very bright now
It's the brightest Mars has been in our sky since since 2003. Photos from the EarthSky community here.
July 26, 2018
See it! Last night’s moon and Venus
Photos from EarthSky friends around the world of Sunday evening's spectacular moon and planet Venus, and Saturday's moon and Mercury. Thanks to all who submitted or posted to our Facebook page! Miss then? Try again Monday.
July 16, 2018
