Science Common Sense
1128 - What differences can be seen in the night sky in different seasons?
The night sky changes as Earth rotates around the Sun. Imagine the stars and constellations as a big blanket around us. As we move, different parts of the blanket are visible.
Here's what you can see in different seasons:
- Winter (December to February): You can see constellations like Orion (the Hunter), Taurus (the Bull), and Canis Major (the Great Dog). It's a great time to spot the bright star Sirius.
- Spring (March to May): Look for the Big Dipper (a group of seven stars) and Leo (the Lion) in the night sky.
- Summer (June to August): You can see the constellations Scorpius (the Scorpion), Cygnus (the Swan), and Lyra (the Harp).
- Autumn (September to November): Notice the constellations Cassiopeia (the Queen) and Andromeda (a galaxy) in the night sky.
These changes happen because the Earth rotates and moves around the Sun, making different stars and constellations visible from our position.