If you're interested in meteor showers, May is a great month to get outside and enjoy the show. The Eta Aquariid meteor shower is visible from April 19 to May 28, and it's known for producing fast and bright meteors with lingering trails. The best time to see it is from May 5 to 6, when the shower peaks overnight. Just be aware that a waning gibbous moon might make it harder to spot the meteors, so you'll need to be patient and get up early to catch them before dawn.

In the early hours of May 12 and 13, you'll have the chance to see a beautiful alignment of Mars, Saturn, and the crescent moon in the eastern sky. This is a great opportunity to get a glimpse of these celestial bodies up close, and it's a relatively rare event, so be sure to set your alarm and get outside to take a look. The three will line up just above the horizon about an hour before sunrise and rise higher as morning approaches.

As the month progresses, the new moon on May 16 will bring darker skies, making it the perfect time to observe the Milky Way. This is a great chance to see the Milky Way core shining clearly, and you can also use telescopes to spot distant galaxies like the Whirlpool Galaxy and the Sombrero Galaxy. Just find a dark spot away from city lights, and get ready to be amazed by the beauty of the universe.

Towards the end of the month, you'll have the chance to see a stunning alignment of the crescent moon and Venus in the western sky. This is a beautiful sight, and it's a great opportunity to get a glimpse of these two celestial bodies up close. The moon and Venus will appear close together just after sunset, and they'll remain visible for about two hours. You can also spot Mercury and Jupiter nearby once the sky darkens.

Finally, May ends with a rare blue moon on May 31. This isn't actually a moon that appears blue, but rather a second full moon in a single calendar month. It's a relatively rare event, and it's a great chance to get outside and enjoy the beauty of the night sky. With a mix of lunar events, planetary alignments, and meteor activity, May is shaping up to be an exciting month for stargazers.