Close approach of Venus and Moon on 2 February 2027 at 05:06
General information
The closest separation between Venus and Moon will occur on 2 February 2027 at 05:06, when they will be separated by roughly 6.555°. Both objects will be above the horizon and can be observed.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 18:46, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 15:26. 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 11° above the horizon toward the south-east.Constellation
Both objects will be located in or near the constellation Sagittarius. This can help you locate them in the sky.Track Venus / Moon relative positions
| Time | 1801577160 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Venus | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 05:06 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 6.56 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 17h 55m 00s", Dec: -21° 01' 19s | RA: 17h 56m 47s", Dec: -27° 33' 51s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 17h 55m 01s", Dec: -21° 01' 27s | RA: 17h 59m 10s", Dec: -28° 16' 32s |
| Distance | 0.89854 AU (134,419,671 km) | 0.00271 AU (405,410 km) |
| Angular size | 18.6" | 29' |
| Altitude (°) | 17 | 11 |
| Azimuth (°) | 135 Southeast | 138 Southeast |