Eight celestial events to watch in the November 2026 night sky
Skywatchers can observe three meteor showers, a Supermoon, and planetary displays throughout the month, according to Moneycontrol.
Skywatchers can observe eight different celestial events during November 2026, including three meteor showers and a Supermoon, according to Moneycontrol. The month features various planetary displays and astronomical occurrences visible across different regions of the world.
The Southern Taurid meteor shower will peak overnight from November 4 to 5, with its highest point expected at approximately 1:45 pm EST on November 5. Observers in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia may see about 5 meteors per hour. The Northern Taurids will peak from November 11 to 12, with the peak moment expected at 1:02 pm EST on November 12.
On November 16, Mars and Jupiter will appear approximately 1.2 degrees apart. The closest approach is expected around 11:22 pm EST on November 15, with the best viewing time before dawn on November 16. Later, the Leonid meteor shower will peak overnight from November 17 to 18, with a predicted peak moment at 7:19 pm EST on November 17.
Mercury will reach its greatest western elongation on November 20 at approximately 5:59 pm EST. The Beaver Moon, which will also be a Supermoon, is expected to reach peak illumination at approximately 9:53 am EST on November 24. This occurs when the Full Moon is near its closest orbital point to Earth.
Uranus will reach opposition on November 25 at approximately 5:47 pm EST, appearing at magnitude 5.6. Finally, Venus will reach its greatest brightness of 2026 on November 27 at approximately 1:37 pm EST, appearing in the morning sky.