Today (June 17), the moon will pass between Earth and Venus, causing the hellish planet to temporarily disappear from the daytime sky. Here's what it will look like, exactly when it is happening and how you can safely view this skywatching spectacle.

June has a vibrant lineup of celestial events that will offer unforgettable viewings for skywatchers to start off the summer. The Best Celestial Events In 2026 You Won't Want To Miss From the conjunction of two of the brightest plants in our galaxy to the ...

Find out what's up in your night sky during June 2026 and how to see it in this Space.com stargazing guide.

A close conjunction of the two brightest planets in the night sky will take place over several evenings, with the best time to look being June 9-11.