After two dismal comet failures this year, hopes are high for Comet C/2020 F3 (NEOWISE), which promises to be visible to the naked eye during July 2020.
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Two giant planets together
Jupiter and Saturn are now visible together in the evening sky. By the end of the year they will be at their closest for 400 years.
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Our observing sections
Whatever your interests, we’ve a section to suit you. Get expert advice and send in your own observations.
The night sky in July 2020
Here is a map of the sky as it will appear from the latitude of London (51° 50′) in mid July, 2020, at 22h UT (GMT).
How to get started in stargazing
Learning the sky might seem tricky at first. There are so many stars, and unlike visiting a new town or city, the stars keep on moving around!
Choosing a telescope
If you’re interested in astronomy, it stands to reason that you need a telescope, and the bigger the better.