Astronomical News
Autumn Equinox 2026: Date, Time, Facts and Trad...
The 2026 autumn equinox occurs on 23 September at approximately 1:05am BST. Discover what causes an equinox, why day and night are nearly equal, its cultural significance and why this...
Autumn Equinox 2026: Date, Time, Facts and Trad...
The 2026 autumn equinox occurs on 23 September at approximately 1:05am BST. Discover what causes an equinox, why day and night are nearly equal, its cultural significance and why this...
Aurora Alert — Elevated Activity Tonight and Si...
Solar wind conditions are looking very encouraging tonight with a sustained negative Bz of -12 nT, elevated speed and density. A C5 CME has also been modelled as a potential...
Aurora Alert — Elevated Activity Tonight and Si...
Solar wind conditions are looking very encouraging tonight with a sustained negative Bz of -12 nT, elevated speed and density. A C5 CME has also been modelled as a potential...
Northern Lights — Potential for Aurora Over the...
Solar wind conditions are showing encouraging signs for aurora activity over the UK tonight, with a sustained southward Bz in progress and substorm activity already detected. A potential G1 storm...
Northern Lights — Potential for Aurora Over the...
Solar wind conditions are showing encouraging signs for aurora activity over the UK tonight, with a sustained southward Bz in progress and substorm activity already detected. A potential G1 storm...
Partial Lunar Eclipse | 28th August 2026 | Ever...
In the early hours of the 28th of August 2026 a partial lunar eclipse will take place, with 93% of the Moon covered at maximum. Here is everything you need...
Partial Lunar Eclipse | 28th August 2026 | Ever...
In the early hours of the 28th of August 2026 a partial lunar eclipse will take place, with 93% of the Moon covered at maximum. Here is everything you need...
The Perseid Meteor Shower 2026 — Everything You...
The Perseid meteor shower peaks on the night of the 12th of August 2026, with conditions this year being absolutely perfect thanks to a new Moon. Here is everything you...
The Perseid Meteor Shower 2026 — Everything You...
The Perseid meteor shower peaks on the night of the 12th of August 2026, with conditions this year being absolutely perfect thanks to a new Moon. Here is everything you...
The Solar Eclipse 2026 — Everything You Need to...
On the 12th of August 2026, the Moon will pass in front of the Sun in one of the most spectacular astronomical events of our lifetime. Here is everything you...
The Solar Eclipse 2026 — Everything You Need to...
On the 12th of August 2026, the Moon will pass in front of the Sun in one of the most spectacular astronomical events of our lifetime. Here is everything you...
Aurora Alert — Potential for Northern Lights To...
Both anticipated CMEs have arrived at Earth today, bringing elevated solar wind conditions and a sustained southward Bz. There is a real chance of aurora activity over the UK tonight...
Aurora Alert — Potential for Northern Lights To...
Both anticipated CMEs have arrived at Earth today, bringing elevated solar wind conditions and a sustained southward Bz. There is a real chance of aurora activity over the UK tonight...
Aurora Alert: G2 Geomagnetic Storm Watch – 2 Au...
A G2 geomagnetic storm watch is in place for tonight. Here's what the current solar wind stats mean for aurora visibility across the UK — plus weather and lunar conditions.
Aurora Alert: G2 Geomagnetic Storm Watch – 2 Au...
A G2 geomagnetic storm watch is in place for tonight. Here's what the current solar wind stats mean for aurora visibility across the UK — plus weather and lunar conditions.
Everything You Need to Know About the Alpha Cap...
Two meteor showers — the Alpha Capricornids and Delta Aquarids — are peaking tonight, July 30th. Here's everything you need to know to catch some shooting stars.
Everything You Need to Know About the Alpha Cap...
Two meteor showers — the Alpha Capricornids and Delta Aquarids — are peaking tonight, July 30th. Here's everything you need to know to catch some shooting stars.
Eyes to the Skies for July's Full Moon – The "B...
Tonight, look up for July's beautiful full moon – the Buck Moon! Find out when and where to see it, the folklore behind its name, and tips for lunar observation.
Eyes to the Skies for July's Full Moon – The "B...
Tonight, look up for July's beautiful full moon – the Buck Moon! Find out when and where to see it, the folklore behind its name, and tips for lunar observation.
Aurora & Northern Lights Update – 2nd July 2026...
A X1.1 solar flare from sunspot region AR4479 has released a CME with a possible earthbound component — aurora activity could be on the cards for the UK in the...
Aurora & Northern Lights Update – 2nd July 2026...
A X1.1 solar flare from sunspot region AR4479 has released a CME with a possible earthbound component — aurora activity could be on the cards for the UK in the...
June's Strawberry Moon 2026 — Also a Micro Moon!
On the night of 29 June, look to the skies for the Strawberry Moon — June's full moon and a Micro Moon too. Here's everything you need to know about...
June's Strawberry Moon 2026 — Also a Micro Moon!
On the night of 29 June, look to the skies for the Strawberry Moon — June's full moon and a Micro Moon too. Here's everything you need to know about...