Close approach of Saturn and Moon on 18 September 2027 at 15:21
General information
The closest separation between Saturn and Moon will occur on 18 September 2027 at 15:21, when they will be separated by roughly 7.726°. At closest approach: The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 11:27, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 19:15. 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 -61° 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 | 1821280860 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Saturn | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 15:21 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 7.73 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 01h 42m 36s", Dec: 07° 41' 24s | RA: 01h 30m 30s", Dec: 14° 49' 27s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 01h 42m 36s", Dec: 07° 41' 23s | RA: 01h 32m 06s", Dec: 14° 36' 38s |
| Distance | 8.4556 AU (1,264,939,755 km) | 0.00262 AU (391,946 km) |
| Angular size | 19.7" | 31' |
| Altitude (°) | -67 | -62 |
| Azimuth (°) | 70 Northeast | 58 Northeast |