Look West Tonight: Venus and Jupiter Meet at Dusk

Two bright planets come together tonight. Here’s when and where to look.

Having trouble viewing this email? {Click here to read it on the Web.} Look west at dusk and be amazed: Two bright "stars" — Venus and Jupiter — have been approaching each other for weeks. Tonight, they'll be at their closest. On June 9th, just 1.6° separates the planets on the sky, a little more than your pinkie held at arm's length. Both are exceptionally bright, making this an easy event to enjoy, even from the heart of a city. Just find a clear view to the west-northwest and look anytime between 45 minutes and two hours after sunset. (Make sure you have a clear view to the Western horizon.) Don't miss this striking planetary pairing. Follow Venus and Jupiter through their closest approach with the complete article, sky charts, and expert observing advice. See the Full Forecast & Sky Charts Continue Exploring the Night Sky What else is happening in the sky this month? Take a guided tour of June's celestial highlights with our monthly Sky Tour podcast. Listen to Sky Tour There's always something to see overhead. Get this week's observing highlights and skywatching tips in Sky at a Glance. Read Sky at a Glance Thinking about getting a telescope? Learn what to look for and how to choose the right instrument for your observing goals. View Our Telescope Guide Get More from Sky & Telescope Get unlimited access to observing guides, sky charts, equipment reviews, and expert astronomy coverage. Subscribe to Sky & Telescope   Sky & Telescope | American Astronomical Society | Privacy Policy

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