Saturn's iconic ring system will disappear, albeit temporarily, on March 23—a preview of its fate in 100 million years.

The different seasons shape our lives and daily routines including the clothing choices we make, what activities we ...

the common understanding is that Earth’s tilt dominates seasons. That said, my research makes an argument for Earth’s orbital eccentricity being underappreciated in determining our seasons.

Earth’s climate has never been static. It shifts between warm interglacial periods and deep freezes, driven by complex ...

For example, Mercury, being closest to the sun, takes just 88 Earth days to complete one orbit. On the other hand, Neptune, ...

Here's everything you need to know about why Saturn's rings are about to disappear — and when they will return.

The vernal equinox heralds the arrival of spring in the northern hemisphere. But is it the only day you can balance an egg on its end?

Astronomical seasons are based on the Earth's position around the sun. Spring begins at the Vernal Equinox, which occurs at 2:01 a.m. PDT on March 20 this year. The Equinox marks the point in the ...

While temperatures are heating up and desert flowers are starting to bloom, astronomical spring won't start until later in the month.