The best time to see noctilucent clouds is on clear nights between late May and mid-August, about 90 to 120 minutes after ...

They are sometimes referred to as polar mesospheric clouds. These unique night-shining clouds captivate skywatchers during the summer months. In this article we delve into what they are ...

Noctilucent clouds usually form close to the poles, but in recent decades, they’re being spotted closer to the Equator ...

These mysterious night-shining clouds, or noctilucent clouds, seem almost otherworldly, as if the heavens themselves are putting on a secret show for those lucky enough to witness it. Their beauty ...

From the ground, people have often referred to them as "night-shining clouds," because their altitude allows them to keep reflecting sunlight well after sunset. In the summer, these iridescent ...

This summer, you may be able to spot rare noctilucent clouds, or night-shining clouds. With the late sunsets and long twilight, now is the time to look for these clouds, which almost appear ...

This is normally more noticeable in desert regions, where clear skies lead to drastic temperature changes between day and night. Also, different types of cloud formations can also affect how much ...

A total lunar eclipse will flush the moon red Thursday night into Friday morning across the country including Boston, where viewers will have to hope for a break in the clouds to see the spectacle.