Witness the stellar explosion in Lupus constellation
A rare nova called V462 Lupi just popped up in the Lupus constellation and got bright enough by June 21, 2025, to spot with your own eyes from dark places—about four million times brighter than before!
It was first noticed on June 12, 2025, and has quickly become a standout for stargazers.
How to see V462 Lupi
V462 Lupi shines highest after sunset if you're in the Southern Hemisphere, but folks in southern US states like Texas or Florida can catch it low on the southern horizon.
As it fades, grab some 10x50 binoculars for a better look.
For help finding it, check out "V462 Lupi" charts on the AAVSO website.
What is a nova, anyway?
This is a classical nova: basically, a white dwarf star steals material from its neighbor until—boom—a thermonuclear explosion lights things up for a short time.
That's what you're seeing when you spot V462 Lupi!