Close approach of Venus and Moon on 3 April 2027 at 18:34
General information
The closest separation between Venus and Moon will occur on 3 April 2027 at 18:34, when they will be separated by roughly 2.92°. Both objects will be below the horizon and cannot be observed.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 02:35, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 10:17. 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 -44° above the horizon toward the north-west.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 | 18:34 | |
| 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 04s", Dec: -8° 34' 18s | RA: 22h 42m 51s", Dec: -6° 28' 28s |
| Distance | 1.3072 AU (195,554,337 km) | 0.00264 AU (394,938 km) |
| Angular size | 12.8" | 30' |
| Altitude (°) | -45 | -44 |
| Azimuth (°) | 299 Northwest | 303 Northwest |