Close approach of Saturn and Moon on 14 January 2027 at 13:31
General information
The closest separation between Saturn and Moon will occur on 14 January 2027 at 13:31, when they will be separated by roughly 6.31°. At closest approach: The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult. An observing opportunity within the separation window: 14 January 2027 at 18:42, separation about 7°.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 04:12, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 22:46. 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 40° above the horizon toward the 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 | 1799933460 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Saturn | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 13:31 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 6.31 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 00h 36m 51s", Dec: 01° 21' 33s | RA: 00h 25m 26s", Dec: 06° 59' 30s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 00h 36m 51s", Dec: 01° 21' 33s | RA: 00h 28m 22s", Dec: 07° 03' 56s |
| Distance | 9.6115 AU (1,437,859,934 km) | 0.0026 AU (388,954 km) |
| Angular size | 17.3" | 31' |
| Altitude (°) | 37 | 39 |
| Azimuth (°) | 88 East | 81 East |