Find out what to see in the night sky this year with astronomers from the Royal Observatory Greenwich.
To find out which stars and constellations are visible in the sky each month, read our monthly night sky highlights blog, pick up a copy of the 2024 Guide to the Night Sky publication, or check out our astronomers' 2024 stargazing highlights.
You can also explore the pages below to find the best dates to look for meteor showers, full moons, eclipses and more.
To deepen your knowledge of our universe, pick up astrophotography tips from winners of Astronomy Photographer of the Year or join one of the Royal Observatory's in-depth astronomy courses.
2024 astronomy calendar
Full Moon calendar 2024
Check the dates for every full Moon throughout the year, learn about the Moon's phases, 'supermoons' and more
Meteor shower calendar 2024
Want to see shooting stars? Check the key dates for major meteor showers in the UK in 2024, and how to see them in the night sky
When is the spring equinox?
Did you know there are actually three main definitions for the start of spring?
When is the summer solstice?
When - and what - is the summer solstice?
Lunar eclipses
Find out what a lunar eclipse is and when the next total lunar eclipse in the UK will occur
Solar eclipses
Find out everything you wanted to know about partial and total solar eclipses, including when to see them in the UK
Night sky highlights
Noctilucent clouds
Discover more about the astronomy phenomenon that makes clouds appear to glow at night
What’s On
See all upcoming astronomy courses
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Stargazing gifts and guides
Main image: Dolbadarn Castle - Home of Welsh Princes © Robert Price - shortlisted in Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2023