If you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, watch the weather on December 13, St. Lucia Day (the Feast of St. Lucy of Syracuse, Sicily). According to traditional lore, sunny weather on this day foretells snow on Christmas. Who Was St. Lucia? A Dark Tale St. Lucia (or St. Lucy) is recognized as the patron saint
Quick Reference: Leonid Meteor Shower 2026 Peak night: Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, November 17-18, 2026 Best viewing window: After midnight through pre-dawn, roughly 12:00 a.m. to 5:30 a.m. local time Active dates: November 6 through November 30, 2026 Expected rate at peak: 10 to 15 meteors per hour under dark skies (a non-storm year)
If you’ve been thinking about taking up sky watching as a hobby, there’s no time like the present to learn! We've got the details on how to celebrate Astronomy Day this year.