Close approach of Mars and Moon on 30 November 2026 at 06:54
General information
The closest separation between Mars and Moon will occur on 30 November 2026 at 06:54, when they will be separated by roughly 2.995°. At closest approach: The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult. An observing opportunity within the separation window: 30 November 2026 at 01:39, separation about 4.5°.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 6° at about 29 November 2026 at 21:39, and ends when it grows beyond 6° at about 30 November 2026 at 16:17. The objects can be followed during this interval when observing conditions permit.Elevation and direction at closest approach
At closest approach, Mars and Moon will be approximately 9° above the horizon toward the west.Constellation
Both objects will be located in or near the constellation Leo. This can help you locate them in the sky.Track Mars / Moon relative positions
| Time | 1796057640 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Mars | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 06:54 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 3 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 10h 18m 41s", Dec: 12° 58' 36s | RA: 10h 13m 14s", Dec: 10° 17' 38s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 10h 18m 40s", Dec: 12° 58' 32s | RA: 10h 10m 12s", Dec: 09° 41' 02s |
| Distance | 1.1801 AU (176,540,447 km) | 0.00251 AU (375,491 km) |
| Angular size | 7.9" | 32' |
| Altitude (°) | 12 | 8 |
| Azimuth (°) | 277 West | 276 West |