The annual meteor shower will peak mid-December. Astronomer Eric McLaughlin explains how to view this celestial spectacle.
Sky Watch: Gas Giants Light Up the Sky
During the month of November, you will get a good view of Jupiter and Uranus.
During the month of November, you will get a good view of Jupiter and Uranus.
Sky Watch: Partial Solar Eclipse
On Saturday, Oct. 14, grab your special solar glasses to view a partial solar eclipse in the Coachella Valley sky.
On Saturday, Oct. 14, grab your special solar glasses to view a partial solar eclipse in the Coachella Valley sky.
Sky Watch: See Three Bright Stars Overhead
Throughout September, turn your eyes to the sky after dark to get a glimpse of the Summer Triangle.
Throughout September, turn your eyes to the sky after dark to get a glimpse of the Summer Triangle.
Sky Watch: See Saturn This Month
Look up at 1 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 27, to get a glimpse of Saturn in the Coachella Valley sky.
Look up at 1 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 27, to get a glimpse of Saturn in the Coachella Valley sky.
Sky Watch: Earth at Aphelion
On July 6, the Earth will reach Aphelion — its farthest point from the sun on its orbit.
On July 6, the Earth will reach Aphelion — its farthest point from the sun on its orbit.
Sky Watch: Venus Rejects the Advances of Mars
Look up to watch the two planets dance above the Coachella Valley this month.
Look up to watch the two planets dance above the Coachella Valley this month.
Sky Watch: See Two of Jupiter’s Moons
The Gas Giant has between 80 and 95 moons, according to NASA. You can catch a glimpse of two of them this month.
The Gas Giant has between 80 and 95 moons, according to NASA. You can catch a glimpse of two of them this month.
Sky Watch: Catch a Glimpse of Mercury in April
The speedy planet can be seen, with a little luck.
The speedy planet can be seen, with a little luck.
Sky Watch: The Seven Sisters Come Out in March
The Pleiades cluster will be visible later in the month.
The Pleiades cluster will be visible later in the month.