Close approach of Venus and Moon on 14 September 2026 at 02:35
General information
The closest separation between Venus and Moon will occur on 14 September 2026 at 02:35, when they will be separated by roughly 0.48°. Both objects will be below the horizon and cannot be observed.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 2° at about 22:44, and ends when it grows beyond 2° at about 06:26. The objects can be followed during this interval when observing conditions permit.Elevation and direction at closest approach
At closest approach, Venus and Moon will be approximately -65° above the horizon toward the north-east.Constellation
Both objects will be located in or near the constellation Virgo. This can help you locate them in the sky.Track Venus / Moon relative positions
| Time | 1789385700 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Venus | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 02:35 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 0.48 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 13h 54m 03s", Dec: -17° 10' 58s | RA: 13h 54m 49s", Dec: -16° 44' 24s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 13h 54m 03s", Dec: -17° 11' 04s | RA: 13h 55m 42s", Dec: -17° 04' 19s |
| Distance | 0.45413 AU (67,936,881 km) | 0.00262 AU (391,946 km) |
| Angular size | 36.7" | 30' |
| Altitude (°) | -65 | -65 |
| Azimuth (°) | 41 Northeast | 40 Northeast |