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Welcome to your Stargazer’s Toolkit—no rocket science required! Whether you’re a casual sky-watcher or an aspiring astronomer, our free astronomy tools make it simple to explore the night sky with the naked eye. Track Moon phases, plan meteor showers, spot visible planets, and discover bright stars—our online calculators and charts put the cosmos right at your fingertips, night after night.
🌙 Moon Tools
Next Full Moon
Never miss a lunar spectacle! See the exact date and time of the next full Moon for your location, perfect for stargazing, photography, or planning moonlit evenings. —>Discover Your Next Full Moon
Moon Phase Calendar
Track the Moon’s phases—from new to full and everything in between. Plan your celestial observations and enjoy the natural rhythm of the night sky. —>View your local Moon Phases
Discover the best times to watch the sunrise and sunset in your area. Our tool helps sky-watchers and photographers catch the perfect golden hour. —>Get Sunrise and Sunset Times
Moonrise & Moonset Times
Know exactly when the Moon will rise or set on your horizon. Ideal for night sky planning, evening walks, or lunar photography. —>See Moonrise and Moonset Times
✨ Stars & Planets
Visible Planets
Find out which planets are shining tonight—Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and more. Our tool shows visibility from your location, even without a telescope. —>Spot Tonight’s Planets
Bright Stars Tonight
Learn the brightest stars in your sky and their constellations. Perfect for beginner stargazers and anyone wanting to explore the night sky’s sparkling highlights. —>Find Bright Stars
Meteor Showers
Plan for shooting stars! Our meteor shower chart lists all major events and peak nights so you never miss a dazzling celestial display. Plan Your Meteor Watching
Start Exploring Tonight
Your Stargazer’s Toolkit brings the cosmos closer, making stargazing easy, fun, and magical—perfect for naked-eye observation, with optional telescope adventures. Explore the night sky with the Moon, planets, stars, and meteor showers all in one place with free online tools designed for sky-watchers of all levels.
Catherine Boeckmann is the Executive Digital Editor of Almanac.com, the website companion of The Old Farmer's Almanac. She covers gardening, plants, pest control, soil composition, seasonal and moon c...
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