A monthly look at astronomical events in the sky and on Earth

Compiled and written by Steve Sawyer

This month the images are being inspired by space artist Chesley Bonestell. More info:- Meet Chesley Bonestell, the most important space artist you’ve probably never heard of | Astronomy.com

Welcome to May’s What’s Up , this month we have the annual Eta Aquariid meteor shower, Mars crossing the beehive cluster and the possibility of more Aurora or even early noctilucent clouds. Continue reading →