November 2026 Stargazing: Planets, Meteors and Moonlight

WHO:

Space.com - The article discusses Mars, Jupiter, Venus and Mercury.

CNET - The article describes a planetary alignment featuring four planets.

WHAT:

Gothamist - The article says November includes three meteor showers and the best chance to see Uranus.

Gothamist - The article quotes: “Even in the city, some of these meteors will be bright enough that you'll be able to see them.”

Space.com - The waning Moon shines with Jupiter, Mars and the star Regulus overnight Nov. 1-2.

Space.com - The article says November offers “plenty of planetary highlights,” including a close encounter between Mars and Jupiter, dazzling Venus and elusive Mercury.

CNET - The article says the month features three meteor showers and a planetary alignment starring four planets.

WHERE:

Space.com - The Moon, Jupiter, Mars and Regulus appear in the eastern sky.

WHY:

Space.com - The article presents the planetary events as opportunities for stargazing.

HOW:

Space.com - The article offers guidance on when and where to look for the planets.

(UPDATED November 1, 2026 16:23 UTC)

November brings three meteor showers, with some meteors bright enough to spot even from cities. Stargazers can also catch a four-planet alignment featuring Mars, Jupiter, Venus, and Mercury. The waning Moon joins Jupiter, Mars, and Regulus in the eastern sky overnight November first to second.

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(UPDATED November 1, 2026 12:57 UTC)

The waning Moon joins Jupiter, Mars and Regulus in the eastern sky overnight. November brings three meteor showers and a striking alignment featuring four planets. Look for Mars near Jupiter, dazzling Venus and elusive Mercury during the month.

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(UPDATED November 1, 2026 12:01 UTC)

November’s night skies offer several planetary highlights, giving stargazers plenty to watch. Mars and Jupiter will appear close together, while bright Venus and elusive Mercury shine. Three meteor showers and a four-planet alignment add more celestial sights to enjoy.