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June 2025 Skywatching Tips

June 3, 2025

 

 

June is a fantastic month for stargazing, offering planetary alignments and the breathtaking core of the Milky Way. Venus shines brightly in the eastern sky before sunrise throughout June, making it one of the easiest planets to spot. Mars is visible in the western sky for a couple of hours after sunset. On June 16 and 17, it will pass close to Regulus, the bright star in the constellation Leo, creating a striking visual pairing. Mercury becomes visible in the last week of June, appearing low in the western sky about 30 to 45 minutes after sunset. Saturn rises in the early morning hours, starting around 3 a.m. in early June and shifting to 1 a.m. by the end of the month.

On June 19 the third-quarter moon will appear next to Saturn in the early morning hours. On June 22 a crescent moon will rise alongside Venus, creating a beautiful sight in the eastern sky before sunrise. On June 20, the Northern Hemisphere will experience the longest day of the year as the Sun reaches its highest point in the sky. This marks the official start of summer, making it a great time for late-night skywatching.

June is one of the best months to observe the bright central bulge of the Milky Way. This stunning feature is visible all night long, especially from dark-sky locations far from city lights. Look toward the southern sky to see the faint, cloud-like band stretching across the horizon. For the best viewing experience, find a location away from artificial lights, use binoculars or a telescope for detailed observations, and check local weather forecasts for clear skies. Learn more at NASA's June 2025 Skywatching Tips page.

 

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