Close approach of Saturn and Moon on 10 March 2027 at 10:44
General information
The closest separation between Saturn and Moon will occur on 10 March 2027 at 10:44, when they will be separated by roughly 6.455°. At closest approach: The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult. An observing opportunity within the separation window: 10 March 2027 at 18:55, separation about 7.8°.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 01:55, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 19:33. 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 47° above the horizon toward the north-east.Constellation
Both objects will be located in or near the constellation Pisces. This can help you locate them in the sky.Track Saturn / Moon relative positions
| Time | 1804675440 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Saturn | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 10:44 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 6.46 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 00h 55m 39s", Dec: 03° 30' 39s | RA: 00h 44m 13s", Dec: 09° 18' 28s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 00h 55m 39s", Dec: 03° 30' 39s | RA: 00h 46m 49s", Dec: 09° 25' 18s |
| Distance | 10.28 AU (1,537,866,111 km) | 0.00259 AU (387,458 km) |
| Angular size | 16.2" | 31' |
| Altitude (°) | 45 | 46 |
| Azimuth (°) | 85 East | 76 Northeast |