Astronomy ❯Planets

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Saturn Reaches Opposition, Brightest and Closest of 2025

A near-edge-on ring tilt narrows the view of the rings, with a new moon providing especially dark skies.

Saturn Reaches Opposition Sunday With Rare Titan Shadow Transit Overnight

Six-Planet Parade Peaks Before Dawn Aug. 24–25 as Mercury Fades From View

Crescent Moon Joins Ongoing Six-Planet Pre-Dawn Parade

Venus and Jupiter Align Vertically on 13 August, Prompting New UFO Reports

Rare Planetary Alignments Grace February Skies

February Offers Rare Chance to View Seven Planets in Night Sky

January’s Planetary Parade Offers Stunning Night Sky Views

Jupiter Reaches Closest Point to Earth and Opposition in Rare Astronomical Event

Jupiter to Shine Brightest of the Year During December 7 Opposition

Saturn Reaches Opposition: Best Viewing Opportunities This Weekend

Mars and Jupiter to Appear Closest in Sky Until 2033