As the temperatures drop, the night sky becomes a treasure trove of wonders to behold. Get ready for an exciting October with a partial lunar
In September, the summer constellations begin to give way to the prominent autumnal stars like the Pegasus constellation and the Andromeda Galaxy. Planet Saturn continues
One of the most awaited meteor showers of the year will grace the August skies some time in the middle of the month–the Perseids. Meanwhile,
July is giving us two meteor showers by month’s end, and a string of nebulae and star clusters to keep us entertained throughout the month.
February is usually an uneventful month for stargazing but this year it starts off strong with the comet of the hour’s closest approach to Earth,
If doing more stargazing and sky observations is part of your New Year’s resolution this 2023, then January’s sky events could help you warm up.
And just like that, we’re in the last month of 2022! Before the year ends, December is looking to spoil us with its lineup of
The total lunar eclipse on November 8 may not be visible here in the UAE, but our night skies will still be filled with noteworthy
Mark your calendars for two major sky events this October—the Orionid meteor shower with minimal interference from the Moon, and a partial solar eclipse! Moon
Moon and planet pairings move to early and late evenings this September, and two planetary oppositions are available to view throughout some nights. We’ll also
Al Sadeem Observatory
Al Wathbah South, Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates