Close approach of Saturn and Moon on 20 November 2026 at 21:06
General information
The closest separation between Saturn and Moon will occur on 20 November 2026 at 21:06, when they will be separated by roughly 6.061°. Both objects will be above the horizon and can be observed.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 11:45, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 06:15. The objects can be followed during this interval when observing conditions permit.Elevation and direction at closest approach
At closest approach, Saturn and Moon will be approximately 82° above the horizon toward the north-east.Constellation
Both objects will be located in or near the constellation Cetus. This can help you locate them in the sky.Track Saturn / Moon relative positions
| Time | 1795205160 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Saturn | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 21:06 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 6.06 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 00h 34m 36s", Dec: 00° 52' 34s | RA: 00h 23m 42s", Dec: 06° 17' 33s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 00h 34m 36s", Dec: 00° 52' 34s | RA: 00h 24m 01s", Dec: 06° 23' 59s |
| Distance | 8.7571 AU (1,310,043,514 km) | 0.00253 AU (378,483 km) |
| Angular size | 19" | 32' |
| Altitude (°) | 83 | 82 |
| Azimuth (°) | 83 East | 36 Northeast |