This Week's Night Sky
Best viewing around 9 PM local time. Look up from a dark spot west of town.
This week
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Planets This Month
Where each naked-eye planet sits relative to the Sun today, computed from its orbit. "Evening west" means look after sunset; "morning east" means look before sunrise.
Tonight's planets
52-Week Constellation Calendar
Swipe the table sideways on a phone to see the notable stars.
| Week | Dates | Constellation | Notable Stars |
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Viewing Tips for Littleton
Best Locations
- Chatfield State Park
- Roxborough State Park
- Deer Creek Canyon Park
- South Valley Park
Equipment
- Binoculars (7x50 or 10x50)
- Red flashlight (preserves night vision)
- Star chart app (Stellarium, Sky Map)
- Warm layers - Colorado nights are cold
Conditions
- Avoid nights near the full Moon
- Drive west toward the foothills to cut light pollution
- Allow 20 minutes for your eyes to adjust
- Clear winter nights give the best transparency