Rare Planetary Alignments Grace February Skies

Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn align this week, with a larger seven-planet lineup culminating on February 28.

A four-planet alignment featuring Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn is visible during National Astronomy Week, February 1-9, 2025.
On February 28, all seven planets—Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, Mercury, and Saturn—will align in the night sky for the first time in 15 years.
Venus and Saturn are the easiest to spot with the naked eye, while Uranus and Neptune require telescopes or binoculars for observation.
Experts recommend viewing just after sunset for optimal visibility, with darker locations offering the best experience.
The next comparable planetary alignment won’t occur until October 2028, making this a rare and noteworthy celestial event.