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Close approach of Saturn and Moon on 25 July 2027 at 20:51

General information

Close approach of Saturn / Moon — 25 July 2027 at 20:51
The closest separation between Saturn and Moon will occur on 25 July 2027 at 20:51, when they will be separated by roughly 7.662°. Both objects will be below the horizon and cannot be observed.

Visibility window

The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 16:32, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 01:10. 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 -9° 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.

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Close approach dynamics

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Close approach details

SaturnMoon
Time 20:51
Angular separation (°) 7.66
Geocentric coordinates RA: 01h 46m 31s", Dec: 08° 17' 46s RA: 01h 34m 32s", Dec: 15° 22' 33s
Topocentric coordinates RA: 01h 46m 31s", Dec: 08° 17' 45s RA: 01h 37m 21s", Dec: 14° 44' 44s
Distance 9.1959 AU (1,375,687,059 km) 0.0026 AU (388,954 km)
Angular size 18.1" 31'
Altitude (°) -16 -10
Azimuth (°) 66 Northeast 63 Northeast

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