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What is a Supermoon?

When a supermoon arrives (the next is January 1, 2018), the media goes crazy for it. But is it...
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Full Moon for May 2018

Learn more about the Full Moon for May 2018. Why is it called the Full Flower Moon? When is the...
Star Gazing

Sky Watch: April 2018

Welcome to the April 2018 Sky Watch!  See what to look for in the night sky tonight, including...
Solar System

What’s the Slowest-Spinning Planet?

Space is famous for zippy activity, like streaking meteors that sail through the night sky. But...
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The Moon, Saturn, and Mars Meet on April 6–7

Sometimes the actual sky is so compelling, we’re forced to simply look out the window. Such is the...
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Full Moon for April 2018

Celebrate the Full Moon of April 2018! Find out why it’s called the Pink Moon—plus more Moon facts...
Full Blue Moon

What is a Blue Moon?

When is the next Blue Moon? And exactly what is a Blue Moon? There’s some confusion about this...
April 2018 Sky Map

Sky Map (Star Chart): April 2018

Look up with the April 2018 sky map to navigate the stars and constellations in the night sky. On...
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Full Moon for March 2018

On Saturday evening, March 31, the Full Sap Moon rises! This is the second full Moon of the month—a...
March Sky Watch

Sky Map (Star Chart): March 2018

Look up with the March 2018 sky map to navigate the stars and constellations in the night sky. On...
March 18, 2018 Sky Map

The Year's Best Conjunction is Sunday, March 18

An unusual thing happens Sunday evening at 7:30 P.M.—a beautiful meeting of the three closest...
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Sky Watch: March 2018

Welcome to the March 2018 Sky Watch!  See what to look for in the night sky tonight, including...
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Full Worm Moon: March

What is the Full Worm Moon? In this video, we explain what the Worm Moon means—plus, fun facts...
Moon's Pull

How Does the Moon Affect Our Bodies?

In mid-February, the Moon returns to the evening sky. This brings up an ancient puzzle: How does...
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Full Moon for February 2018

February’s Moon is called the Snow Moon. However, note that there will not be a full Moon phase...
Full Moon Names

Full Moon Names

Native Americans’ Full Moon names were created to help different tribes track the seasons. Think of...
Universe at Night

Sky Watch: February 2018

Welcome to the February 2018 Sky Watch!  See what to look for in the night sky tonight, including...
Lunar Eclipse

A Supermoon, Blue Moon, and Lunar Eclipse on January 31

Heard about this “Super Blue Blood Moon” on January 31? Let’s break this down: That’s a Supermoon,...
Taurus Constellation

Stars Crowd Around the Moon This Weekend

Easy astronomy? Deep, profound, cool stuff with no pain? That’s this weekend. On the evenings of...
Full Wolf Moon - OFA

Full Moon for January 2018

In January of 2018, there are two full Moons. The first full Moon of the year (January 1) is called...
Sky Map February 2018

Sky Map (Star Chart): February 2018

Look up with the February 2018 sky map to navigate the stars and constellations in the night sky....
Universe at Night

Sky Watch: January 2018

Welcome to the January 2018 Sky Watch!  See what to look for in the night sky tonight, including...
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Setting Chicken Eggs by the Moon's Sign

Setting chicken eggs by the Moon? Here are best days to set eggs for 2018. According to tradition,...
Best Days to Fish

Best Fishing Days 2018

When are the best fishing times? See our best fishing days on the Almanac’s 2018 fishing calendar, ...
Stargazing

Sky Map (Star Chart): January 2018

Look up with the January 2018 sky map to navigate the stars and constellations in the night sky. On...
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Full Moon for October 2018

When is the Full Moon for October 2018? Find dates—plus, why it’s called the Full Hunter’s Moon,...
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Full Moon for November 2018

When is the Full Moon for November 2018? See our November Moon Guide—all about the Full Beaver Moon...
Full Cold Moon - OFA

Full Moon for December 2017

The Full Cold Moon rises on December 3, 2017!  It’s a “Supermoon”—appearing bigger and brighter ...
Universe at Night

Sky Watch: December 2017

Welcome to the December 2017 Sky Watch!  See what to look for in the night sky tonight, including...
Stargazing

Sky Map (Star Chart): December 2017

Look up with the December 2017 sky map to navigate the stars and constellations in the night sky....
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Geminid Meteor Shower 2017

In 2017, the famous Geminid meteor shower will put on a fantastic show! After being washed out by...
Universe at Night

Sky Watch: November 2017

Welcome to the November 2017 Sky Watch!  See what to look for in the night sky tonight, including...
Full Moon on Halloween

Halloween Moon | What's the Moon Phase This Halloween?

Ever noticed that Halloween pictures always show a full Moon? But how often does the full Moon fall...
Stargazing

Sky Map (Star Chart): November 2017

Look up with the November 2017 sky map to navigate the stars and constellations in the night sky....
Stargazing

Sky Map (Star Chart): October 2017

Look up with the October 2017 sky map to navigate the stars and constellations in the night sky. On...
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The Smiling Moon, Venus, Mars on October 17

Maybe you’ve already seen it. Low in the east, just before dawn—say at 6:15 or so—is the brightest...
Harvest Moon and Plane

What Is a Harvest Moon?

In 2017, the Harvest Moon falls in October.  When is the Harvest Moon and why is it so special?...
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Full Moon for September 2018

Learn about the Full Moon for September 2018—the Full Corn Moon—plus, see Moon phase dates, Best...
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The Far Side of the Moon

We never see the far side of the Moon or what some people call the dark side of the Moon. Do you...
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Perseid Meteor Shower

The Perseid meteor shower is one of the greatest meteor shower events of the year. Read on to learn...
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Woolly Bear Caterpillars and Weather Prediction

The woolly bear caterpillar—also called woolly worm and fuzzy worm—has the reputation of being able...
Stargazing

Navigating the Night Sky

The wonder of the universe is at your fingertips! Here is how you can use the Almanac to help...

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