For a special treat, look up at the stars on Monday, Dec. 21st!
A planetary conjunction between Saturn and Jupiter is set to take place on the winter solstice,
and its nickname is “Christmas Star.”
The planets will not actually be as close to each other as they appear to be,
but our perspective from Earth will make it appear that way.
Saturn and Jupiter will be passing closer than they have in nearly 400 years
and for the first time in nearly 800 years, their alignment will happen at night, so we will be able to see it.
To catch a peek, try to find a spot with an unobstructed view, like a field or park,
and look to the southwestern sky one hour after sunset.
For even more of a thrill, use binoculars or a small telescope to see Jupiter’s four large moons.
Comment below if you were lucky enough to see it!
A planetary conjunction between Saturn and Jupiter is set to take place on the winter solstice,
and its nickname is “Christmas Star.”
The planets will not actually be as close to each other as they appear to be,
but our perspective from Earth will make it appear that way.
Saturn and Jupiter will be passing closer than they have in nearly 400 years
and for the first time in nearly 800 years, their alignment will happen at night, so we will be able to see it.
To catch a peek, try to find a spot with an unobstructed view, like a field or park,
and look to the southwestern sky one hour after sunset.
For even more of a thrill, use binoculars or a small telescope to see Jupiter’s four large moons.
Comment below if you were lucky enough to see it!