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Close approach of Uranus and Venus on 13 June 2027 at 17:45

General information

Close approach of Uranus / Venus — 13 June 2027 at 17:45
The closest separation between Uranus and Venus will occur on 13 June 2027 at 17:45, when they will be separated by roughly 0.71°. The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult.

Visibility window

The event begins when the separation drops below 1.5° at about 15:00, and ends when it grows beyond 1.5° at about 21:01. The objects can be followed during this interval when observing conditions permit.

Elevation and direction at closest approach

At closest approach, Uranus and Venus will be approximately -7° above the horizon toward the north-west.

Constellation

Both objects will be located in or near the constellation Taurus. This can help you locate them in the sky.

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Close approach dynamics

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Close approach details

UranusVenus
Time 17:45
Angular separation (°) 0.71
Geocentric coordinates RA: 04h 19m 54s", Dec: 21° 20' 23s RA: 04h 20m 30s", Dec: 20° 38' 39s
Topocentric coordinates RA: 04h 19m 54s", Dec: 21° 20' 23s RA: 04h 20m 30s", Dec: 20° 38' 35s
Distance 20.368 AU (3,047,009,430 km) 1.6422 AU (245,669,623 km)
Angular size 3.5" 10.2"
Altitude (°) -6 -7
Azimuth (°) 303 Northwest 302 Northwest

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