
06/26/2025
Don’t Miss These Celestial Highlights in 2025! The night sky is full of wonders, and this year offers some unforgettable moments for stargazers of all levels. Whether you're watching the moon rise or tracking distant planets, 2025 has something special for everyone.
Mark your calendars: The Full Strawberry Moon will glow on June 11, followed by the June Solstice on June 21, marking the official start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. In August, the Perseid Meteor Shower peaks on the nights of August 11–12, promising one of the most dazzling displays of shooting stars all year. Then in October, catch the Full Hunter’s Moon a dramatic Blood Moon on October 7.
The excitement continues with Uranus at opposition on November 21, when it shines brightest and is closest to Earth. And don’t miss Mercury’s greatest elongation on December 7, your best chance to spot the elusive planet just after sunset. So grab your telescope, your camera, or just your eyes 2025 is set to be an unforgettable year of skywatching.
Credits: NASA, Sky & Telescope, American Astronomical Society (AAS), International Meteor Organization (IMO)