The Milky Way will be most visible from May 20 to May 30, with peak viewing around the new moon on May 26, when the sky is darkest. This breathtaking sight appears as a hazy, star-filled band composed of billions of stars, cosmic dust, and gas clouds. For optimal viewing, plan between midnight and 5 a.m., away from city lights, in elevated, rural areas. Northern Hemisphere viewers should look south, while those in the Southern Hemisphere enjoy a more direct view of the galactic center. The Milky Way remains visible into early fall, with darker skies enhancing the experience. https://people.com/how-to-watch-the-milky-way-in-the-sky-may-2025-11738519