Close approach of Venus and Moon on 4 April 2027 at 03:34
General information
The closest separation between Venus and Moon will occur on 4 April 2027 at 03:34, when they will be separated by roughly 2.92°. At closest approach: Both objects will be below the horizon and cannot be observed. An observing opportunity within the separation window: 4 April 2027 at 04:05, separation about 2.7°.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 3 April 2027 at 11:35, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 4 April 2027 at 19:17. 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 -5° above the horizon toward the east.Constellation
Both objects will be located in or near the constellation Aquarius. This can help you locate them in the sky.Track Venus / Moon relative positions
| Time | 1806809640 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Venus | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 03:34 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 2.92 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 22h 50m 04s", Dec: -8° 34' 14s | RA: 22h 44m 37s", Dec: -5° 58' 58s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 22h 50m 05s", Dec: -8° 34' 14s | RA: 22h 48m 19s", Dec: -5° 58' 22s |
| Distance | 1.3072 AU (195,554,337 km) | 0.00264 AU (394,938 km) |
| Angular size | 12.8" | 30' |
| Altitude (°) | -7 | -6 |
| Azimuth (°) | 99 East | 96 East |