Explore upcoming eclipses, meteor showers, supermoons, and other celestial events in 2026
April 22, 2026
Peak: Night of April 22-23
The Lyrid meteor shower will reach its maximum activity with fast, bright meteors.
August 12, 2026
Peak: 17:47 UTC
A total solar eclipse will begin in the Arctic Ocean off the Northern coast of Russia, move across Greenland, Iceland, and the Atlantic Ocean before ending in Spain.
August 12-13, 2026
Peak: Night of August 12-13
The Perseids peak coincides with a new moon. From a remote area with dark skies could deliver up to around 90 meteors per hour.
August 14, 2026
Peak: Pre-dawn
Mars and Jupiter will have a close encounter in the night sky.
August 28, 2026
Peak: 04:13 UTC
A partial lunar eclipse visible from parts of Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, and South America.
November 15, 2026
Peak: 18:28 UTC
A spectacular supermoon in November when the moon is near its closest approach to Earth.
December 13-14, 2026
Peak: Night of December 13-14
One of the year's best meteor showers with up to 120 multicolored meteors per hour.
December 15, 2026
Peak: 09:02 UTC
The last supermoon of 2026, appearing larger and brighter in the December night sky.
This calendar includes major astronomical events for 2026, including solar and lunar eclipses, meteor showers, supermoons, and planetary conjunctions. All times are in UTC. Check local visibility conditions and convert times to your timezone for the best viewing experience.
Data compiled from astronomical calendars and predictions. Actual visibility may vary based on weather conditions and local geography.