Farmers' Almanac Astronomy
Farmers’ Almanac astronomy provides the best times to view meteor showers, full moons, facts about planets and stars, plus more!
Aurora Borealis: When and Where Can You See It?
If Aurora Borealis sightings are on your bucket list, you’re in luck. Everyone has a chance to see them, you just have to know when and where to look. Learn more.
Learn more about the aurora borealis »Recent Astronomy Articles
Look Up! A Stargazer’s Guide to June 2018
There are lots of exciting things happening in the cosmos this month, including a full Moon, planetary line ups, and more. We list everything to look for so you don’t miss a thing!
See what's happening in June »
Catch Jupiter Among The Stars of Libra
Throughout May Jupiter will be shining brilliantly and will pair up with the Moon and stars for some interesting celestial formations. Find out when and where to look!
Learn where to spot Jupiter this week »
Where And When To See The Visible Planets
If you’re an avid stargazer, you’ll also want to know when you can spot the visible planets of our solar system as well. These are sometimes referred to as the “naked eye planets,” meaning you can see them without a telescope or other device. Find out which planets you can see tonight!
Learn when and where to see the visible planets »
If you notice a hole in the upper left-hand corner of your Farmers' Almanac, don't return it to the store! That hole isn't a defect; it's a part of history. Starting with the first edition of the Farmers' Almanac in 1818, readers used to nail holes into the corners to hang it up in their homes, barns, and outhouses (to provide both reading material and toilet paper). In 1919, the Almanac's publishers began pre-drilling holes in the corners to make it even easier for readers to keep all of that invaluable information (and paper) handy.
