Close approach of Saturn and Moon on 22 August 2027 at 02:58
General information
The closest separation between Saturn and Moon will occur on 22 August 2027 at 02:58, when they will be separated by roughly 7.758°. Both objects will be above the horizon and can be observed.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 23:16, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 06:39. 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 68° above the horizon toward the south.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 | 1818935880 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Saturn | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 02:58 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 7.76 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 01h 46m 51s", Dec: 08° 11' 50s | RA: 01h 34m 46s", Dec: 15° 22' 14s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 01h 46m 51s", Dec: 08° 11' 50s | RA: 01h 34m 32s", Dec: 15° 00' 51s |
| Distance | 8.7705 AU (1,312,048,125 km) | 0.00261 AU (390,450 km) |
| Angular size | 18.9" | 31' |
| Altitude (°) | 61 | 67 |
| Azimuth (°) | 183 South | 191 Southwest |