Planets
Neptune
The windiest planet in the Solar System
About Neptune
Neptune is the eighth and farthest planet from the Sun. It has the strongest winds in the Solar System, reaching speeds of 2,100 km/h.
Scientific Facts
Neptune has a diameter of 49,244 km. It has 16 known moons. Its blue color comes from methane in its atmosphere.
Interesting Facts
Neptune has the fastest winds in the Solar System. It was the first planet located through mathematical prediction.
Fun Facts
Neptune has a Great Dark Spot similar to Jupiter's Great Red Spot. A year on Neptune lasts 165 Earth years.
Discovery
Discovered by Johann Galle in 1846 based on predictions by Le Verrier.