Saturn’s massive hexagonal storm at its north pole has baffled scientists for decades. But what’s even more surprising? Earth has storm patterns that resemble this extraterrestrial weather phenomenon!

Uncover the mystery behind Saturn’s iconic rings. ExtremeTech explains their origins and the science of our solar system.

Jamie Carter is an award-winning reporter who covers the night sky. Saturn is already visible in the post-sunset night sky, but it will reach its annual opposition on September 7-8, 2024.

The four-planet lineup that began in January concludes by mid- to late February, as Saturn sinks increasingly lower in the ...