From the moonless Perseids to the dazzling Geminids, here’s when to watch the best moonless meteor showers in 2026.

From the brilliant Geminids to the unpredictable Ursids, here are the top night-sky shows to mark on your calendar.

The Perseid meteor shower is one of the most prolific showers of the year, producing rich, bright streaks. The Perseids are ...

Skywatchers are set for a double helping of celestial sights on Saturday, Jan. 3, when the rise of the first full moon of 2026 will be followed shortly by the peak of one of the strongest meteor ...

Here's how to see the Ursid meteor shower, which peaks in dark skies close to a new moon this year. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. As many as 120 “shooting stars” per hour may be visible ...

The best time to view the Lyrids this year will be early morning on April 22.

The last meteor shower of the year will soon sparkle across the West. The Ursid meteor shower is set to peak on one of the longest nights of the year. While not quite as spectacular as the Geminids or ...

Part of the Milky Way can be seen in the starry night sky. This season is marked by the sparkle and glow of holiday decorations adorning buildings, trees, and fences. But if you look up at the sky ...

The Quadrantids will be harder to see than usual due to the bright full moon. Here's how to get the best views. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s ...