Close approach of Jupiter and Moon on 3 August 2027 at 10:27
General information
The closest separation between Jupiter and Moon will occur on 3 August 2027 at 10:27, when they will be separated by roughly 2.739°. At closest approach: The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult. An observing opportunity within the separation window: 3 August 2027 at 15:20, separation about 4.5°.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 2 August 2027 at 22:20, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 3 August 2027 at 22:39. 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 53° above the horizon toward the south-west.Constellation
Both objects will be located in or near the constellation Leo. This can help you locate them in the sky.Track Jupiter / Moon relative positions
| Time | 1817324820 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Jupiter | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 10:27 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 2.74 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 10h 16m 31s", Dec: 11° 40' 57s | RA: 10h 11m 41s", Dec: 09° 12' 53s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 10h 16m 31s", Dec: 11° 40' 56s | RA: 10h 10m 25s", Dec: 08° 40' 36s |
| Distance | 6.3316 AU (947,193,878 km) | 0.0024 AU (359,035 km) |
| Angular size | 31.1" | 33' |
| Altitude (°) | 56 | 52 |
| Azimuth (°) | 220 Southwest | 220 Southwest |