February 2026: What's in the sky this month? Jupiter continues to dominate the night; Mercury, Venus, and Saturn are visible

Mercury, Venus, and Saturn put on an early-evening display in the west, while Jupiter dominates the rest of the night.
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Starwatch: Jupiter and great winter constellations dominate February skies

February stargazing is so special in Pottsville. Sure it’s cold but the extra special celestial jewels make it worth bundling up for. If you’re not already in the darker countryside, try to get ...

See February’s full snow moon light up the sky

Ahead of the anticipated launch of the Artemis II mission, catch a glimpse of February’s full moon, called the snow moon.
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From a new flagship space telescope to lunar exploration, global cooperation – and competition – will make 2026 an exciting year for space

Coming from one of the world's largest astrophysical research institutes, I can tell you, the anticipation across the global space science community is electric.

Going the farthest

Four astronauts are blazing NASA's trail back to the moon. Their mission, which could launch Feb. 8, will take them farther ...

Rare ‘planet parade’ to appear above WA, along with snow moon. When to watch

The big astronomical event in February is a rare “planetary parade,” according to NASA. You’ll be able to see Mercury, Venus, ...