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NASA Delays Artemis Moon Mission Amid Freezing Temperatures

1/30/2026

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NASA postponed its crewed Artemis moon mission due to near-freezing temperatures at the Florida launch site.
The new launch date is no earlier than February 8, two days after the original plan.
A fueling test for the weekend has been canceled.
The dress rehearsal is now planned for Monday, weather permitting.
Commander Reid Wiseman and his crew are in quarantine in Houston as limited days remain for a March window.

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NASA postponed its crewed Artemis moon mission due to near-freezing temperatures at the Florida launch site.
The new launch date is no earlier than February 8, two days after the original plan.
A fueling test for the weekend has been canceled.
The dress rehearsal is now planned for Monday, weather permitting.
Commander Reid Wiseman and his crew are in quarantine in Houston as limited days remain for a March window.