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 2023 Guide to the Night Sky publication or read our Royal Observatory astronomers' 2023 astronomy 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. Blog What can I see this month? Read our monthly guides to the night sky, and check out the latest news from the Royal Observatory Greenwich astronomy team Find out more Shop Planisphere & 2023 Guide to the Night Sky Britain and Ireland Book Set £18.00 The perfect companions for a night of stargazing. Available for the special price of £18.00 when purchased together. The Planisphere is an easy-to-use practical tool helps any astronomers identify the constellations and stars for every day of the year... Buy Now Space and astronomy highlights in 2023 Want to know what to see in the night sky in 2023? Royal Observatory astronomers pick out the must-see moments See the universe in a new light Astronomy Photographer of the Year is the world's biggest space photography competition. See this year's winners at the National Maritime Museum Visit now How to enter 2023 astronomy calendar Full Moon calendar 2023 Check the dates for every full Moon throughout the year, and learn about lunar phases, 'supermoons' and more Meteor shower guide 2023 Want to see shooting stars? Check the key dates for major meteor showers in the UK in 2023 and how to see them in the night sky 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 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? Night sky highlights Noctilucent clouds Discover more about the astronomy phenomenon that makes clouds appear to glow at night What is a supermoon? What causes the Northern Lights? Aurora borealis explained What is a planetary conjunction? What is a planet in opposition? How to sight the new crescent Moon What is the transit of Mercury? Astronomy courses Introduction to Astronomy Introduction to Astronomy Online Amateur Astronomy For Beginners Introduction to Astrophysics Introduction to Astrophotography Foundation Astrophysics Find out more about our courses Astrophotography guides How to get started in astrophotography The best dark sky sites in the UK The best astrophotography equipment - according to the experts How to photograph the Moon How to photograph comets Stargazing gifts and guides Shop Royal Observatory Greenwich Illuminates Astronomy Guides Set of 2 from £18.00 Special Price. Save £1.98 when you purchase two astronomy titles from the Royal Observatory Greenwich Illuminates guides together... Buy Now Shop Celestron PowerTank Glow 5000 Red Torch Powerbank £45.00 A must-have 2-in-1 accessory for amateur astronomers: a red flashlight plus a USB power bank for charging mobile devices in the field... Buy Now Shop Sky-Watcher Skyhawk-114 Telescope £169.00 The ideal telescope of choice for beginner to intermediate astronomers who are looking to expand their skygazing experiences... Buy Now Astronomy live streams Stream the wonders of the solar system live with astronomers from the Royal Observatory. Tap the arrows to see some of our recent shows. Tap to begin Moon viewing live 50 years since humans last set foot on the Moon, join us online for a live observation of the lunar surface. Solar eclipse October 2022 Featuring live telescope footage and expert astronomy commentary, this is one of the best ways to see the partial solar eclipse in the UK. Observing Mars live Join astronomers from the Royal Observatory Greenwich as we observe Mars - part of National Astronomy Week with the Royal Astronomical Society. Main image: The starry sky over the world's highest national highway by Yang Sutie - Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2022