Close approach of Mars and Moon on 8 July 2027 at 14:34
General information
The closest separation between Mars and Moon will occur on 8 July 2027 at 14:34, when they will be separated by roughly 3.739°. At closest approach: The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult. An observing opportunity within the separation window: 8 July 2027 at 17:24, separation about 5.2°.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 6° at about 8 July 2027 at 10:24, and ends when it grows beyond 6° at about 9 July 2027 at 01:41. 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 37° above the horizon toward the south-west.Constellation
Both objects will be located in or near the constellation Virgo. This can help you locate them in the sky.Track Mars / Moon relative positions
| Time | 1815093240 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Mars | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 14:34 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 3.74 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 11h 47m 56s", Dec: 01° 51' 53s | RA: 11h 33m 23s", Dec: 00° 59' 53s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 11h 47m 56s", Dec: 01° 51' 50s | RA: 11h 31m 28s", Dec: 00° 22' 09s |
| Distance | 1.6241 AU (242,961,902 km) | 0.00248 AU (371,003 km) |
| Angular size | 5.8" | 32' |
| Altitude (°) | 40 | 37 |
| Azimuth (°) | 229 Southwest | 232 Southwest |