Close approach of Venus and Moon on 7 November 2026 at 18:43
General information
The closest separation between Venus and Moon will occur on 7 November 2026 at 18:43, when they will be separated by roughly 0.951°. The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 7 November 2026 at 04:08, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 8 November 2026 at 09:28. 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 -21° above the horizon toward the south-west.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 | 1794048180 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Venus | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 18:43 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 0.95 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 13h 22m 59s", Dec: -12° 14' 34s | RA: 13h 21m 18s", Dec: -13° 06' 02s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 13h 22m 58s", Dec: -12° 14' 32s | RA: 13h 17m 45s", Dec: -13° 02' 43s |
| Distance | 0.29787 AU (44,560,718 km) | 0.00262 AU (391,946 km) |
| Angular size | 56" | 30' |
| Altitude (°) | -20 | -22 |
| Azimuth (°) | 257 Southwest | 257 Southwest |