Venus, Jupiter And Mercury To Align Over Connecticut Sky: Here's When To Look
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Key Points:
- NASA announced a rare planetary lineup visible after sunset this month, featuring Venus and Jupiter appearing unusually close together on June 9.
- From June 11 to June 15, Mercury will join Venus and Jupiter, creating a "planet parade" low on the western horizon.
- Venus will be the easiest planet to spot, while Mercury may require an unobstructed view of the horizon.
- On June 17, the Moon will appear close to Venus, with some locations witnessing the Moon passing directly in front of the planet.
- The best viewing is shortly after sunset looking west, with visibility in parts of the United States, Canada, Brazil, and Venezuela.