NASA Skywatching Tips November 2026: Taurid and Leonid Meteors, Mars Meets Jupiter, Voyager 1 Milestone, and a Supermoon

NASA’s November 2026 skywatching guide highlights a month packed with celestial events, including two meteor showers, a close pairing of Mars and Jupiter, a milestone for Voyager 1, and a supermoon. The Taurid meteors, active from late October through November, peak in early November, while the Leonids peak mid-month, offering patient observers a chance to see bright fireballs and fast meteors. Meanwhile, Mars and Jupiter will appear close together in the predawn sky, a treat for early risers. NASA also celebrates Voyager 1 reaching a light-day from Earth—a reminder of humanity’s farthest-reaching spacecraft. The month ends with a supermoon, when the full moon appears slightly larger and brighter than usual. These events matter because they connect casual stargazers to the rhythms of the solar system and ongoing space exploration, and they require no special equipment—just clear skies and curiosity. Mark your calendar and look up.