Jupiter reaches opposition overnight on Jan. 10, when it appears its brightest in 2026 opposite the sun in Earth's sky.

On Jan. 10, 2026, Jupiter reaches opposition, the moment when Earth passes directly between the planet and the sun. It puts ...

New models suggest that Europa has very little tectonic activity at its seafloor, which is potentially catastrophic news for ...

Friday night into Saturday morning will see the Earth move between the sun and Jupiter, which will bring Jupiter as close to Earth as it will get in 2026. According to StarWalk, Jupiter will reach ...

On Jan. 10, Jupiter will reach opposition, making its brightest cameo of the year. Here's how, when and where to spot the gas ...

The gas giant will shine at its peak brilliance on Jan. 10, offering spectacular viewing opportunities all month long.

New calculations reported by Live Science indicate Jupiter was once much larger and is still contracting as it cools, offering constraints on early solar system conditions.

Scientists have measured that Jupiter releases more internal heat than it absorbs from the Sun, based on observations of its structure, rotation, and atmospheric behavior.

Between Jan. 9 and Jan. 14, a cluster of planets in Capricorn will oppose Jupiter retrograde, creating friction and emotional ...

Jupiter, the largest planet in the solar system, will emerge near sunset, stay in view through the night and only dip below ...