Close approach of Saturn and Moon on 15 October 2027 at 08:20
General information
The closest separation between Saturn and Moon will occur on 15 October 2027 at 08:20, when they will be separated by roughly 7.654°. At closest approach: The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 04:01, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 12:38. 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 -34° 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 | 1823624400 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Saturn | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 08:20 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 7.65 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 01h 35m 13s", Dec: 06° 56' 11s | RA: 01h 23m 08s", Dec: 13° 59' 33s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 01h 35m 13s", Dec: 06° 56' 11s | RA: 01h 23m 55s", Dec: 13° 14' 45s |
| Distance | 8.3268 AU (1,245,671,550 km) | 0.0026 AU (388,954 km) |
| Angular size | 20" | 31' |
| Altitude (°) | -42 | -35 |
| Azimuth (°) | 16 Northeast | 18 Northeast |