Close approach of Saturn and Moon on 28 June 2027 at 20:56
General information
The closest separation between Saturn and Moon will occur on 28 June 2027 at 20:56, when they will be separated by roughly 7.419°. Both objects will be below the horizon and cannot be observed.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 15:24, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 02:24. 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 -70° 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 | 1814212560 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Saturn | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 20:56 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 7.42 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 01h 41m 29s", Dec: 07° 56' 40s | RA: 01h 29m 47s", Dec: 14° 47' 15s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 01h 41m 29s", Dec: 07° 56' 40s | RA: 01h 30m 40s", Dec: 14° 33' 18s |
| Distance | 9.6434 AU (1,442,632,106 km) | 0.00257 AU (384,467 km) |
| Angular size | 17.2" | 31' |
| Altitude (°) | -77 | -71 |
| Azimuth (°) | 52 Northeast | 41 Northeast |