Mars has an axial tilt of 25.19°, quite close to the value of 23.44° for Earth, and thus Mars has seasons of spring, summer, autumn, winter as Earth does. As on Earth, the southern and northern hemispheres have summer and winter at opposing times.

May 1, 2019 · NASA's Perseverance Mars rover sees sunset on Mars. This sunset on Mars was captured by NASA's Perseverance Mars rover using its Mastcam-Z camera system on Nov. 9, 2021, the 257th Martian day, or sol, of the mission. Martian sunsets typically stand out for their distinctive blue color.

What would it be like to see the Sun or the stars from Mars? Read our guide to find out what astronauts could see in the Mars night sky.

Discover when and where to find Mars in the night sky. Learn about Mars rise and set times, its path across the sky, and the best time for viewing.

Complete observing guide and realtime information about Mars for astronomy and science enthusiasts at all levels.

Mar 7, 2025 · Following the 7-planet alignment, Mars will be visible in the sky in March. Here's everything you need to know about this cosmic spectacle and how to watch it.

Mar 25, 2025 · In April 2025, it’s up high in the sky as darkness falls, following blazing Jupiter across the April sky. It’ll remain in the evening sky through early October. Opposition for Mars last fell on...

Jan 16, 2025 · (NewsNation) — Mars will shine brightly in the night sky Thursday, giving off the brightest light since December 2022 and a view that won’t be seen again until 2027.

Jan 10, 2025 · On Sunday (Jan. 12), the Red Planet will make its close approach of Earth at 8:32 a.m. EST (13:32 GMT). This event, known as perigee, causes Mars to appear bigger and brighter in the sky than...

Jan 13, 2025 · NASA’s Curiosity rover is skygazing and photographing lovely examples of noctilucent clouds on Mars. The wispy formations hang like a veil across the sky.