
03/04/2025
Spring nights in Lake Tahoe bring a front-row seat to the universe’s best performances! 🌌
With crisp mountain air, April is the perfect time to step outside, look up, and witness the wonders of the night sky. From glowing planets to dazzling meteor showers, here’s what’s happening above Lake Tahoe this month:
🌙 April 2 – Conjunction of the Moon and Jupiter
🌙 April 5 – Conjunction of the Moon and Mars
🌍 April 7 – Mercury at Greatest Eastern Elongation
🌕 April 12 – Full Moon illuminating the Sierra
🌍 April 21 – Mercury at Greatest Western Elongation
🌠 April 22 – Lyrid Meteor Shower (one of spring’s best!)
🌠 April 23 – Pi-Puppid Meteor Shower
🌙 April 24 – The Moon aligns with Saturn & Venus
🌑 April 27 – New Moon, ideal for deep-space viewing
Whether you're catching a meteor streak across the sky or admiring the Milky Way above the lake, Lake Tahoe’s night skies never disappoint. Imagine bundling up on the deck of The Tahoe A-Frame, breathing in the crisp air, and watching the cosmos put on a show.
What’s the most unforgettable night sky moment you’ve experienced in Tahoe? Share your story in the comments! ✨