Space News and Weather Today – Auroras, Rocket Launches & Night Sky Viewing
Today’s space news and space weather in a few minutes. We cover rocket launches, solar activity, and aurora conditions, along with what to look for in the night sky. Everything happening above Earth, fast and simple.
Episodes
Partial Lunar Eclipse: When and Where to Watch
A partial lunar eclipse darkens part of the Moon. Find the viewing time and visibility region for this event.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Partial Lunar Eclipse Tonight: Timing and Visibility
A partial lunar eclipse darkens part of the Moon. Find the viewing time and visibility region for this event.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Moon Turns Dark: A Guide to the Partial Eclipse
A partial lunar eclipse darkens part of the Moon. Find the viewing time and visibility region for this event.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Partial Lunar Eclipse: When and Where to Watch
A partial lunar eclipse darkens part of the Moon. Find the viewing time and visibility region for this event.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Partial Lunar Eclipse Tonight: Timing and Visibility
A partial lunar eclipse darkens part of the Moon. Find the viewing time and visibility region for this event.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Moon Turns Dark: A Guide to the Partial Eclipse
A partial lunar eclipse darkens part of the Moon. Find the viewing time and visibility region for this event.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Mercury-Jupiter Dawn Pairing: Beehive Cluster Nearby
On August 15, Mercury and Jupiter meet low in the eastern sky before sunrise. The bright planets come within 33 arcminutes of each other, near the Beehive...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
August 15 Mercury-Jupiter Meet: What Skywatchers Saw
On August 15, Mercury and Jupiter meet low in the eastern sky before sunrise. The bright planets come within 33 arcminutes of each other, near the Beehive...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Mercury and Jupiter Together: Catch the Low Eastern Pair
On August 15, Mercury and Jupiter meet low in the eastern sky before sunrise. The bright planets come within 33 arcminutes of each other, near the Beehive...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Mercury-Jupiter Conjunction: How to Find the Dawn Meet
On August 15, Mercury and Jupiter meet low in the eastern sky before sunrise. The bright planets come within 33 arcminutes of each other, near the Beehive...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Mercury Meets Jupiter: Preview the August 15 Dawn Pairing
On August 15, Mercury and Jupiter meet low in the eastern sky before sunrise. The bright planets come within 33 arcminutes of each other, near the Beehive...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Solar Eclipse and Perseids: What Skywatchers Need
August 12 total solar eclipse crosses Greenland, Iceland, and Spain; Perseids peak Aug. 12–13 under dark New Moon skies. Use certified eclipse glasses.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Total Solar Eclipse and Perseids: Key Facts for August 12
August 12 total solar eclipse crosses Greenland, Iceland, and Spain; Perseids peak Aug. 12–13 under dark New Moon skies. Use certified eclipse glasses.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Eclipse Meets Perseid Peak: Plan the August 12 Sky Show
August 12 total solar eclipse crosses Greenland, Iceland, and Spain; Perseids peak Aug. 12–13 under dark New Moon skies. Use certified eclipse glasses.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
August 12 Eclipse and Perseids: A Rare Double Sky Show
A total solar eclipse crosses Greenland, Iceland, and Spain on August 12, followed by the Perseids under dark, moon-free skies.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
August 12 Eclipse and Perseids: A Rare Double Sky Show
A total solar eclipse crosses Greenland, Iceland, and Spain on August 12, followed by the Perseids under dark, moon-free skies.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Eclipse and Perseids on August 12: The Sky's Biggest Double Feature
A total solar eclipse crosses Greenland, Iceland, and Spain on August 12, followed by the Perseids under dark, moon-free skies.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Two Sky Shows, One Night: August Eclipse Meets the Perseids — August 06, 2026
A total solar eclipse crosses Greenland, Iceland, and Spain on August 12, followed by the Perseids under dark, moon-free skies.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
August 12 Eclipse and Perseids: The Big Sky Double Header — August 05, 2026
A total solar eclipse crosses Greenland, Iceland, and Spain on August 12, followed by the Perseids under dark, moon-free skies.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
August 12 Eclipse and Perseids: A Rare Double Sky Show
A slim crescent Moon rises in the pre-dawn hours, so tonight's skies stay dark all evening. Perfect for stargazing!Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — August 03, 2026
The Moon is a thin crescent rising before dawn, leaving most of the night beautifully dark for stargazing.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
There is plenty of activity on the Sun right now. — August 02, 2026
The fading crescent Moon won't appear until early morning, giving you dark skies all night long.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — August 01, 2026
Launch coming up on August 04: a Long March 8A from Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China, operated by China.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
This July 23, 2026, illustration depicts charged particle... — July 31, 2026
Dark skies tonight! The Moon won't rise until the early morning hours, leaving plenty of time for stargazing after sunset.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. — July 30, 2026
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. Lots of active sunspot regions right now, which means the chance of solar flares stays elevated. Aurora wat...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — July 29, 2026
Launch coming up later today: a Long March 7A from Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China, operated by China.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
NASA MAVEN mission scientists have uncovered a key puzzle... — July 28, 2026
A Long March 7A rocket is set to launch tomorrow from Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China. China is behind this one.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. — July 27, 2026
Launch coming up in the next couple of days: a Falcon 9 from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. SpaceX is sending up Starlink internet satellites.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Asteroid flyby alert: 2015 BF, roughly the length of a bu... — July 26, 2026
The Moon rises late tonight, giving you dark skies for the first few hours after sunset. Great time to catch some stars!Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — July 25, 2026
Tonight's Full Moon rises at sunset and stays bright all night, washing out fainter stars but offering beautiful views of lunar craters and maria.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
There is plenty of activity on the Sun right now. — July 24, 2026
Launch coming up tomorrow: a Starship from SpaceX Starbase, Texas, operated by SpaceX.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Smile spacecraft lifted off on a Vega-C rocket from E... — July 23, 2026
NASA's space weather trackers also note: A M3.6 class solar flare occurred on the Sun.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — July 22, 2026
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot groups dotting its surface. Solar flares are possible over the next day or two. For now, aurora chances ...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. — July 21, 2026
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. Lots of active sunspot regions right now, which means the chance of solar flares stays elevated. Aurora wat...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Smile spacecraft lifted off on a Vega-C rocket from E... — July 20, 2026
The Smile spacecraft lifted off on a Vega-C rocket from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana BST / 05:52 CEST on 19 May 2026. The launch marks the beginning o...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Asteroid 2015 BF, roughly the length of a bus, will fly p... — July 19, 2026
The Moon is waxing gibbous, more than half-lit and growing toward Full. It sets late, giving only a brief window of dark skies after sunset.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — July 18, 2026
A bright gibbous Moon dominates the evening. For darker skies, wait until the early morning hours after it sets.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. — July 17, 2026
A Vikram-I rocket is set to launch tomorrow from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India. Skyroot Aerospace is behind this one.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. — July 16, 2026
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. Lots of active sunspot regions right now, which means the chance of solar flares stays elevated. Aurora wat...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. — July 15, 2026
The Moon is a slim crescent in the western sky after sunset, setting early and leaving dark skies for the rest of the night.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
There is plenty of activity on the Sun right now. — July 14, 2026
The slender crescent Moon graces the evening sky briefly before setting. Dark skies follow for most of the night.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
There is plenty of activity on the Sun right now. — July 13, 2026
The Moon is a slim crescent in the western sky after sunset, setting early and leaving dark skies for the rest of the night.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Smile spacecraft lifted off on a Vega-C rocket from E... — July 12, 2026
The slender crescent Moon graces the evening sky briefly before setting. Dark skies follow for most of the night.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
A beautiful crescent Moon hangs in the west this evening. — July 11, 2026
A beautiful crescent Moon hangs in the west this evening. Once it sets, the sky opens up for some great stargazing.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Aurora Australis — July 10, 2026
Aurora Australis.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
There is plenty of activity on the Sun right now. — July 09, 2026
The Moon is hidden tonight, making this an excellent time for stargazing. With no moonlight to compete, fainter stars and the Milky Way shine through.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Asteroid flyby alert: 2007 AA2, comparable to a large air... — July 08, 2026
Most of the night is Moon-free tonight. The thin crescent only rises just before sunrise, leaving hours of dark sky.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — July 07, 2026
Aurora Australis. A slim crescent Moon rises in the pre-dawn hours, so tonight's skies stay dark all evening. Perfect for stargazing!Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. — July 06, 2026
Aurora Australis. The fading crescent Moon won't appear until early morning, giving you dark skies all night long.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
There is plenty of activity on the Sun right now. — July 05, 2026
Aurora Australis.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
NASA's space weather trackers also note: A M2.3 class sol... — July 04, 2026
Aurora Australis. The Moon is a thin crescent rising before dawn, leaving most of the night beautifully dark for stargazing.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
There is plenty of activity on the Sun right now. — July 03, 2026
Aurora Australis.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — July 02, 2026
NASA's space weather trackers also note: A M4.2 class solar flare occurred on the Sun.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. — July 01, 2026
Aurora Australis.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. — June 30, 2026
NASA's space weather trackers also note: A M1.3 class solar flare occurred on the Sun. Aurora Australis.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Aurora Australis — June 29, 2026
Agency for Defense Development has a South Korean ADD Solid-Fuel SLV on the pad at Sea Launch, set to fly tomorrow.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
There is plenty of activity on the Sun right now. — June 28, 2026
Aurora Australis.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Quick solar update: the Sun is quite active, with numerou... — June 27, 2026
The Moon is waning gibbous, rising a bit later each night. Early evening offers good dark sky time before moonrise.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — June 26, 2026
Aurora Australis. Launch coming up later today: an Electron from Mahia Peninsula, New Zealand, operated by Rocket Lab.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
There is plenty of activity on the Sun right now. — June 25, 2026
Tonight's Full Moon rises at sunset and stays bright all night, washing out fainter stars but offering beautiful views of lunar craters and maria.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. — June 24, 2026
Aurora Australis.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Aurora Australis — June 23, 2026
Aurora Australis.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. — June 22, 2026
Aurora Australis.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
There is plenty of activity on the Sun right now. — June 21, 2026
Aurora Australis. Launch coming up later today: a Falcon 9 from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. SpaceX is sending up Starlink internet satellites.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — June 20, 2026
NASA's space weather trackers also note: A M1.3 class solar flare occurred on the Sun. Aurora Australis.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — June 19, 2026
Aurora Australis. Launch coming up later today: a Falcon 9 from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, operated by SpaceX.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Heads up for asteroid fans: 2003 LN6 passes Earth today, ... — June 18, 2026
Heads up for asteroid fans: 2003 LN6 passes Earth today, roughly 3 times the Moon's distance. It's comparable to a large aircraft, harmless, but fun to track.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Asteroid flyby alert: 2003 LN6, roughly as long as a comm... — June 17, 2026
Asteroid flyby alert: 2003 LN6, roughly as long as a commercial airliner, passes roughly 3 times the Moon's distance tomorrow. These close approaches happen ...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — June 16, 2026
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot groups dotting its surface. Solar flares are possible over the next day or two. For now, aurora chances ...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — June 15, 2026
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot groups dotting its surface. Solar flares are possible over the next day or two. For now, aurora chances ...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — June 14, 2026
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot groups dotting its surface. Solar flares are possible over the next day or two. For now, aurora chances ...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
There is plenty of activity on the Sun right now. — June 13, 2026
There is plenty of activity on the Sun right now. Multiple sunspot regions are crackling with energy, and solar flares could fire off at any time. Northern l...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — June 12, 2026
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot groups dotting its surface. Solar flares are possible over the next day or two. For now, aurora chances ...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. — June 11, 2026
The Sun is putting on a show for solar observers. Lots of active sunspot regions right now, which means the chance of solar flares stays elevated. Aurora wat...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Quick solar update: the Sun is quite active, with numerou... — June 10, 2026
Quick solar update: the Sun is quite active, with numerous sunspot groups visible. That means a moderate chance of northern lights tonight for those in north...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — June 09, 2026
The Moon is a thin crescent rising before dawn, leaving most of the night beautifully dark for stargazing.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Quick solar update: the Sun is quite active, with numerou... — June 08, 2026
Quick solar update: the Sun is quite active, with numerous sunspot groups visible. That means a moderate chance of northern lights tonight for those in north...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — June 07, 2026
Launch coming up tomorrow: a Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida. SpaceX is sending up Starlink internet satellites.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
NASA invites media to view a research aircraft.. — June 06, 2026
NASA invites media to view a research aircraft and interview scientists in Fairbanks, Alaska, on Thursday, Aug. 22, prior to flights of the agency’s Arctic-B...Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
Your Daily Space Briefing — June 02, 2026
SpaceX Falcon 9 launch coming up. Plus space news and stargazing.Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.
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