Close approach of Jupiter and Moon on 15 April 2027 at 05:19
General information
The closest separation between Jupiter and Moon will occur on 15 April 2027 at 05:19, when they will be separated by roughly 0.916°. The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 2° at about 02:18, and ends when it grows beyond 2° at about 08:20. 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 -33° above the horizon toward the north-west.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 | 1807798740 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Jupiter | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 05:19 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 0.92 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 09h 19m 07s", Dec: 16° 43' 02s | RA: 09h 17m 38s", Dec: 15° 52' 20s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 09h 19m 07s", Dec: 16° 43' 01s | RA: 09h 16m 22s", Dec: 15° 06' 26s |
| Distance | 4.9147 AU (735,228,655 km) | 0.00248 AU (371,003 km) |
| Angular size | 40.1" | 32' |
| Altitude (°) | -32 | -33 |
| Azimuth (°) | 333 Northwest | 333 Northwest |