What’s Up: February 2026 Skywatching Tips from NASA

The Moon readies for Artemis II, Orion shines bright, and a planetary parade marches across the night sky

NASA’s Artemis II mission has its first opportunity to launch to the moon, Orion the Hunter takes center stage, and a planetary parade marches across the night sky.

Skywatching Highlights

• Feb: Artemis II launch window opens.

• Feb: Orion the Hunter ideal viewing

• Mid-Late Feb: Planetary Parade

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