Close approach of Mercury and Moon on 6 March 2027 at 14:32
General information
The closest separation between Mercury and Moon will occur on 6 March 2027 at 14:32, when they will be separated by roughly 1.108°. The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 5° at about 6 March 2027 at 04:42, and ends when it grows beyond 5° at about 7 March 2027 at 00:21. The objects can be followed during this interval when observing conditions permit.Elevation and direction at closest approach
At closest approach, Mercury and Moon will be approximately 46° above the horizon toward the south-west.Constellation
Both objects will be located in or near the constellation Capricornus. This can help you locate them in the sky.Track Mercury / Moon relative positions
| Time | 1804314720 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Mercury | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 14:32 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 1.11 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 21h 33m 13s", Dec: -13° 16' 15s | RA: 21h 35m 09s", Dec: -14° 16' 27s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 21h 33m 12s", Dec: -13° 16' 17s | RA: 21h 32m 37s", Dec: -14° 27' 50s |
| Distance | 0.75852 AU (113,472,977 km) | 0.00268 AU (400,922 km) |
| Angular size | 8.9" | 30' |
| Altitude (°) | 46 | 45 |
| Azimuth (°) | 249 Southwest | 248 Southwest |