Skywatching guides
How to watch meteor showers, view eclipses safely, read the Moon's phases and pick a truly dark night, from NASA, the U.S. Naval Observatory and the International Meteor Organization.
GuideGeminids 2026Peak Dec 14, 2026, ZHR 150, crescent Moon.GuideHow to watch a meteor showerTiming, where to look, dark adaptation and what to bring.GuideMoon phases explainedThe eight phases, rise and set times, and how to use them.GuideEclipse eye safetyISO 12312-2 glasses, pinholes, filters and totality.GuideAug 2, 2027 eclipsePath, timing and duration of the Aug 2, 2027 eclipse.