The Saudi Space Agency has launched on 30 August a new astronomy guide highlighting key astronomical events and phenomena expected to be visible in Saudi skies from 2026 to 2030.
The guide is part of the agency’s efforts to raise awareness of space and astronomy and provides accessible scientific content for the public and astronomy enthusiasts. It explains the timing and scientific characteristics of different celestial phenomena, with simplified information and definitions to help readers better understand and observe them.
The guide features 62 astronomical events over the five-year period, including solar and lunar eclipses, meteor showers, planetary conjunctions and oppositions, equinoxes and solstices.
According to the guide, nine astronomical events are listed for 2026, followed by 12 in 2027, 14 in 2028, 15 in 2029 and 12 in 2030. The agency said the guide is designed as a simplified reference for learning about the timing and nature of major astronomical events.
It also provides guidance on observing the phenomena using safe and scientifically sound methods, making the guide a resource for those interested in following astronomical events in the Saudi sky.
The guide builds on the Saudi Space Agency’s wider efforts to promote knowledge and awareness of space and astronomy and expand educational content. These efforts include the Knowledge Space Portal, which offers accessible content on space science and concepts for students, researchers, enthusiasts and the wider public.
The Saudi Space Agency has invited those interested to consult the guide through its website to learn more about upcoming astronomical events and their timings.
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