Why do we photograph the Milky Way in summer? The Milky Way is a spectacular sight in the summer skies but why does it look so much more brilliant than it does in the winter? Astrobitica August 28, 2025 (Last updated: August 28, 2025) 1 minute read The Milky Way is a spectacular sight in the summer skies but why does it look so much more brilliant than it does in the winter? About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts Post navigation Previous: Geost to supply two optical payloads for U.S. Space Force geostationary missionsNext: 10 of the best stargazing locations in North America