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Venus to Align Between Earth and Sun During Rare Astronomical Event

The inferior conjunction of Venus on March 22 marks its transition from the 'Evening Star' to the 'Morning Star,' though it will be obscured by the sun's glare.

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Overview

  • Venus will reach its inferior conjunction on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at approximately 9 p.m. EDT, passing between Earth and the sun.
  • This celestial event occurs every 19 months, but Venus's rare visibility in both the evening and morning skies last occurred in 2017 and won't happen again until 2033.
  • During the conjunction, Venus will not be visible due to the sun's glare but will reappear shortly after in the morning sky as the 'Morning Star.'
  • Astronomers highlight the scientific value of observing Venus's phases and orbit, which are similar to those of the moon, before and after the conjunction.
  • Observers are advised to use telescopes to view Venus as a crescent before and after the event and to avoid looking directly at the sun for safety.