The Al-Ujairi Scientific Center announced that Kuwait’s night skies will witness a series of remarkable astronomical phenomena throughout November, featuring stunning planetary conjunctions, distinct lunar phases, and captivating meteor showers—many of which can be enjoyed with the naked eye.

In a statement, the center described November as one of the most eventful months of the year for astronomy, offering space enthusiasts a rare chance to observe celestial wonders across the horizon.

The phenomena begin on Sunday with a striking conjunction between the moon and Saturn, when the two will appear just three degrees apart on the western horizon shortly after sunset. The moon, at 12 days old, will be prominently visible during the event, reports Al-Jarida daily.

On November 5, the moon will reach its full phase, known as the “Beaver Moon”—a name rooted in ancient traditions marking the season when beavers built their dams. The bright full moon will illuminate Kuwait’s skies with exceptional clarity.

The month’s highlight will occur on November 10, when the moon passes near Jupiter, just 3 degrees and 56 minutes north of the giant planet. This rare conjunction, visible in clear weather, promises one of the most impressive celestial sights of the year.

Another notable event follows on November 12, when Mercury and Mars align at the same right ascension, with Mercury appearing just over one degree south of Mars. The conjunction will be visible before sunrise on the eastern horizon.

Mid-November will bring the enchanting Leonid meteor shower, lasting from November 6 to 30 and peaking between November 17 and 18. The meteors, created by debris from the Tempel–Tuttle comet, are known for their bright, fast streaks across the dark sky.

The month’s astronomical finale will take place on November 20 with the appearance of the new moon, marking the beginning of Jumada Al-Akhirah. This lunar phase, when the sun and moon align, will produce the smallest crescent of 2025, as the moon reaches its farthest point from Earth.

The center encouraged the public to enjoy these celestial displays from locations away from light pollution, describing November as “an ideal opportunity to witness the splendor of the night sky.”

With November’s arrival, the center noted, Kuwait’s skies will also feature the return of the winter constellations—such as Al-Saad, Taurus, Sirius, and the Pleiades cluster—signaling the start of the prime stargazing season, when cold, clear nights reveal the brightest stars of the year.