Sky guide

Look up! 5 celestial events to watch in January 2023

A meteor shower, a solar phenomenon, and more.

by Jennifer Walter
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KORLA, CHINA - JANUARY 4, 2022 - A quadrantid meteor shower is seen in the night sky in Korla City, ...
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It’s 2023, and with the new year comes a new calendar of wondrous celestial events.

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This month, keep an eye out for a spectacular meteor shower, a yearly solar phenomenon, and the meeting of two bright planets.

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