Here are the peak dates of the 2026 meteor showers. Jan. 2-3: Quadrantid meteor shower: Quadrantids are known for their short, intense peak. They are best seen in the Northern Hemisphere. April 21-22: ...

No matter whether you go by the astronomical calendar or the meteorological calendar, both agree that the country has now entered fall. The autumnal equinox officially occurred on Monday at 2:19 p.m., ...

There are a number of different astronomical calendars. They are lunar calendars, lunisolar calendars, and solar calendars. Lunar Calendars are based solely on the cycles of the moon. Since one lunar ...

Archaeologists in China have unearthed a mysterious set of rectangular wooden pieces linked to an ancient astronomical calendar. The artifacts were discovered inside an exceptionally well-preserved ...

The Science desk’s Space and Astronomy calendar started as a novel way to deliver the news and engage with readers on a different platform. By Danielle Dowling Times Insider explains who we are and ...

We’re heading into another year, and there are so many astronomical events we can look forward to. Check out what to expect for each month. The second half of the year will bring plenty of fun shows.

Calendars across the Northern Hemisphere say winter will begin on Dec. 21, but for meteorologists, the start of the season happens three weeks earlier on Dec. 1. The reason behind the discrepancy is ...

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You may have noticed that meteorologists and climatologists define seasons differently from “regular” or astronomical spring, summer, fall, and winter. So, why do meteorological and astronomical ...