The upcoming week will feature consistently sunny and clear conditions with gradually rising temperatures. Daytime highs will start near 89°F on Sunday and climb to around 98°F by Saturday, with the warmest days occurring mid to late week. Nighttime lows will remain mild, starting near 57°F and rising slightly to around 62°F by the weekend. Winds will generally be light to moderate, ranging from 5 to 15 mph, primarily from the south and southwest. Clear skies will dominate both days and nights, making for a dry, bright, and warm stretch of weather throughout the week. https://www.kcra.com/weather

From June 19–28, evening skies feature a waxing crescent to gibbous Moon passing Regulus, Spica, and Antares, with Lyra and Vega high in the east. The summer solstice occurs on June 21, marking the Sun’s highest arc and shortest shadows for the Northern Hemisphere. Venus and Jupiter dominate the western twilight, drifting 10° to 16° apart; Mercury sinks lower and fades, while Saturn rises after 1 a.m. with Mars low in the dawn. Observers can enjoy seasonal constellations like Leo and Scorpius, Arcturus and Vega overhead, and the eclipsing binary Beta Lyrae near Vega. https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/this-weeks-sky-at-a-glance-june-19-28/

Summer 2026 in the United States will bring widespread heat, severe storms, and flooding risks as El Niño develops and strengthens. The hottest conditions are expected in the West and Northwest, where drought and wildfire threats will intensify, while cities across the Midwest and Northeast may see more 90-degree days. Severe weather, including tornadoes and derechos, will peak in June and July across the Plains and Ohio Valley, then shift east later in the summer. Flash-flooding threats will be highest in the Texas Hill Country and similar areas, while the North American monsoon may offer temporary relief to the Southwest. https://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-forecasts/summer-forecast-2026-heat-severe-storms-to-shape-the-season-as-el-niño-develops-strengthens/1884851

From June 12–21, the evening sky showcases Venus and Jupiter in twilight, initially 3.5° apart and gradually separating, with Mercury fading below. The thin crescent Moon appears midweek, joining the planetary lineup and culminating in a visible daytime occultation of Venus on June 17. The Spring Triangle (Arcturus, Spica, Denebola) dominates, while the Milky Way reemerges in the east at night. Saturn and faint Mars rise before dawn, as Uranus and Neptune remain hidden. The summer solstice arrives on June 21 with the Sun at its northernmost point and the first-quarter Moon highlighting Tranquillitatis and Serenitatis. https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/observing-news/this-weeks-sky-at-a-glance-june-12-21/

The week begins with sunny weather and a high of 96°F on Sunday, followed by a clear night with a low of 59°F. Monday and Tuesday continue with mainly sunny conditions, reaching highs of 98°F and 99°F, respectively, and lows in the low 60s. Wednesday and Thursday maintain similar patterns, with highs of 96°F and 91°F, and lows near 60°F. Friday sees a slight drop to 87°F, with a low of 56°F. The weekend brings cooler temperatures, with Saturday’s high at 84°F and a low of 54°F, and Sunday’s high at 84°F, maintaining clear skies throughout. https://www.kcra.com/weather

The summer solstice on June 21 marks the longest day of the year, but it does not coincide with the earliest sunrise or latest sunset. This misalignment occurs due to Earth’s tilt and orbit, which create a subtle shift between solar time and the clock. In most U.S. cities, the earliest sunrises occur before the solstice in mid-June, while the latest sunsets occur after the solstice, often in late June or early July. Northern cities like Seattle and Minneapolis see sunsets after 9 p.m., whereas southern cities experience slightly earlier times. Daylight Saving Time further shifts the apparent sunrise and sunset later. https://www.accuweather.com/en/space-news/sunset-after-9pm-why-the-sun-and-clock-dont-align-perfectly-around-the-solstice/1898123

This week’s sky highlights feature a dazzling conjunction of Venus and Jupiter in the western twilight. Starting June 5, the planets are 4° apart, tightening to 1.65° on June 9 before separating again by midweek, with Mercury lingering 14° lower right. Evenings showcase bright Arcturus and Vega with views of constellations such as Hercules, Corona Borealis, and Lyra’s Double-Double. The Big Dipper hangs down in the northwest, while the Summer Milky Way begins rising in the east. Morning skies offer Saturn and faint Mars in the dawn, with the Moon guiding the view. Observers can use binoculars and telescopes to view star clusters and planetary details. https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/observing-news/this-weeks-sky-at-a-glance-june-5-14/

June offers short nights but captivating sky events for stargazers. From June 16 to 18, Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter will cluster in the western sky, joined by a crescent moon for a striking three-night alignment. Venus and Jupiter shine brightly, while Mercury appears faint and low. The summer solstice arrives on June 21 at 4:24 a.m. EDT, marking the longest day and shortest night in the Northern Hemisphere. June concludes with the Strawberry Moon on June 29, a micromoon appearing smaller due to its distance from Earth, celebrating the season’s first full moon and traditional midsummer skywatching. https://www.accuweather.com/en/space-news/a-strawberry-moon-and-three-planet-meetup-headline-junes-night-sky/1895484

The week ahead features mostly sunny and warm conditions with occasional clouds. Sunday will be mostly sunny with a high of 86°F, cooling to 55°F at night under partly cloudy skies. Monday brings mostly cloudy skies and a high of 79°F, followed by a low of 56°F. Tuesday will see a high of 80°F with a mix of sun and clouds. Clear, sunny weather dominates Wednesday and Thursday, with highs of 83°F and 89°F, respectively. Friday and Saturday continue the warming trend with highs of 93°F and 96°F, and mostly clear nights around 61°F. https://www.kcra.com/weather

This week’s night skies feature a dramatic approach of Venus and Jupiter, visible in the west at nightfall, narrowing from 11° on May 29 to just 1.6° at conjunction on June 9. Mercury appears in the lower right but will soon fade. Vega shines brightly in the east, marking the top of the Summer Triangle, with Deneb and Altair completing the shape and the Milky Way subtly rising beneath. Highlights include a minimoon on May 30 near Antares, glimpses of variable Beta Lyrae, the Keystone of Hercules with M13, and the gradual return of the rich Milky Way stretch late at night. https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/observing-news/this-weeks-sky-at-a-glance-may-29-june-7/