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Astronomical events for July 2026
KCCI • • science
Key Points:
- Throughout July, Mars and Saturn will be visible in the southeastern morning sky, with Saturn appearing brighter despite being farther away, while Venus will be seen in the western evening sky as it rises higher each night.
- The new moon on July 14 will create ideal conditions for stargazing due to the absence of moonlight, allowing for clearer views of stars and constellations.
- The Southern Delta Aquarids meteor shower begins on July 18 and lasts until August 21, with a possible peak around the evening of July 30; observers can expect 15-20 meteors per hour under dark skies.
- The full Buck Moon will occur on July 29, named for the period when white-tailed deer regrow their antlers, and is also known by various Indigenous and cultural names such as the Going Home Moon and Thunder Moon.
- To best view these events, stargazers should find dark locations away from city lights and allow their eyes about 30 minutes to adjust to the night sky.
