Close approach of Jupiter and Moon on 19 March 2027 at 17:26
General information
The closest separation between Jupiter and Moon will occur on 19 March 2027 at 17:26, when they will be separated by roughly 0.869°. The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 19 March 2027 at 04:20, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 20 March 2027 at 06:32. The objects can be followed during this interval when observing conditions permit.Elevation and direction at closest approach
At closest approach, Jupiter and Moon will be approximately 12° above the horizon toward the north-east.Constellation
Both objects will be located in or near the constellation Cancer. This can help you locate them in the sky.Track Jupiter / Moon relative positions
| Time | 1805448360 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Jupiter | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 17:26 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 0.87 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 09h 22m 54s", Dec: 16° 27' 55s | RA: 09h 21m 29s", Dec: 15° 39' 58s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 09h 22m 54s", Dec: 16° 27' 55s | RA: 09h 25m 33s", Dec: 15° 41' 44s |
| Distance | 4.5633 AU (682,659,963 km) | 0.00245 AU (366,515 km) |
| Angular size | 43.2" | 33' |
| Altitude (°) | 11 | 11 |
| Azimuth (°) | 73 Northeast | 74 Northeast |