News Items tag as: Thompson Okanagan astronomy

Near perfect conditions to view full Wolf moon in Kamloops, Okanagan
January 13, 2025 - 12:30 PM

The Wolf moon is reaching peak illumination and thanks to a string of clear overnight skies in Kamloops and the Okanagan, viewing and photography opportunities are perfect.
You might catch a glimpse of January meteor shower over Kamloops and Okanagan
December 31, 2024 - 6:00 AM

The weather should be decent for viewing the peak of a meteor shower in the Okanagan this week, but less so for viewers in Kamloops.
Full 'Cold Moon' will shine all weekend in Kamloops, Okanagan
December 12, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Anybody wanting to bundle up with a hot chocolate to view the full December moon will likely have to contend with clouds and possibly snow in the Okanagan and Kamloops.
Once-in-a lifetime star explosion to appear in skies over Kamloops, Okanagan
August 18, 2024 - 12:30 PM

Sky watchers in the Thompson-Okanagan could see a rare space phenomenon some time soon, a solar event that occurs roughly every 80 years.
iN VIDEO: Kamloops photographer captures timelapse video of meteor shower, stars and milky way
July 30, 2024 - 6:00 AM

A photographer in Cherry Creek near Kamloops captured a time lapse video of the Delta Aquariids meteor shower showing several brightly lit meteors streaking through a clear, starry sky.
LOOK UP: Best meteor show of the year underway in Kamloops, Okanagan
July 23, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Residents in the the Okanagan and Kamloops looking for a cool, family-friendly summer activity might want to add sky watching to the list.
Perfect weather forecast for viewing Buck moon in Okanagan, Kamloops
July 20, 2024 - 6:00 AM

The conditions should be just right this weekend in the Okanagan and Kamloops to view July's full moon.
Perfect conditions for Strawberry full moon viewing in Kamloops, Okanagan
June 18, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Overnight skies are expected to be crystal clear in Kamloops and the Okanagan for viewing June’s Strawberry full moon.
May's 'Flower' moon approaches peak illumination in Kamloops, Okanagan
May 22, 2024 - 6:00 AM

The May moon is waxing to full this week and sky watchers in the Thompson-Okanagan region should have a few windows of opportunity to see it clearly.
Rare chance for a northern lights show in Kamloops, Okanagan this weekend
May 10, 2024 - 6:00 PM

There's a strong chance the northern lights will appear in the sky over Kamloops and the Okanagan tonight, May 10, and as an added bonus very few clouds are in the forecast.
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iN RESPONSE: Readers have their say
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iN PHOTOS: Heated domes provide one-of-a-kind Okanagan winter dining experience
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Unlicensed BC cannabis store loses another appeal
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Kelowna moves to loosen up short-term rental rules
Kelowna city council has decided to loosen up its short-term rental rules after a year of complaints from residents. Council directed staff to draw up new bylaws that align with the provincial short-term rental laws at a meeting yesterday,

News Items tag as: Thompson Okanagan astronomy

Near perfect conditions to view full Wolf moon in Kamloops, Okanagan

You might catch a glimpse of January meteor shower over Kamloops and Okanagan

Full 'Cold Moon' will shine all weekend in Kamloops, Okanagan

Once-in-a lifetime star explosion to appear in skies over Kamloops, Okanagan

iN VIDEO: Kamloops photographer captures timelapse video of meteor shower, stars and milky way

LOOK UP: Best meteor show of the year underway in Kamloops, Okanagan

Perfect weather forecast for viewing Buck moon in Okanagan, Kamloops

Perfect conditions for Strawberry full moon viewing in Kamloops, Okanagan

May's 'Flower' moon approaches peak illumination in Kamloops, Okanagan

Rare chance for a northern lights show in Kamloops, Okanagan this weekend

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