If you have some clear skies this weekend, this is a great time to take a peak at the stars in the night sky.  Since the Moon doesn’t rise until late at night, this is a good time to look at the wonders of the universe!

Jupiter is the brightest ‘star’ you’ll see in the night sky now.  The king of the planets is in the Name A Star Live constellation Gemini this month.  Take a peek through even a low power telescope and you’ll likely see as many as four of Jupiter’s largest moons: They’ll look like little dots near the planet.

Actually, the brightest real star in the night sky is Sirius, which you’ll find near the prominent winter constellation Orion — another Name A Star Live constellation.

If you’re in the continental U.S., southern Europe, China, India … Jupiter will be at, or near, overhead after sunset.

If you’re in Canada, Alaska, northern Europe, or Japan, you’ll see Jupiter roughly half-way up from your southern horizon after sunset this weekend.

If you’re in the Land Down Under, New Zealand, South Africa, etc., you’ll see Jupiter low on your northern horizon after sunset.  The stars and planets will appear ‘upside down’ compared to the image you see above.

Clear skies to you!