Close approach of Venus and Moon on 4 May 2027 at 08:45
General information
The closest separation between Venus and Moon will occur on 4 May 2027 at 08:45, when they will be separated by roughly 6.034°. At closest approach: The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult. An observing opportunity within the separation window: 4 May 2027 at 05:15, separation about 5.8°.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 3 May 2027 at 22:15, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 4 May 2027 at 19:05. 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 67° above the horizon toward the north-east.Constellation
Both objects will be located in or near the constellation Pisces. This can help you locate them in the sky.Track Venus / Moon relative positions
| Time | 1809420300 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Venus | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 08:45 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 6.03 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 01h 06m 04s", Dec: 05° 13' 55s | RA: 00h 55m 40s", Dec: 10° 41' 24s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 01h 06m 04s", Dec: 05° 13' 56s | RA: 00h 57m 04s", Dec: 10° 51' 28s |
| Distance | 1.4742 AU (220,537,181 km) | 0.00256 AU (382,971 km) |
| Angular size | 11.3" | 31' |
| Altitude (°) | 66 | 66 |
| Azimuth (°) | 77 Northeast | 62 Northeast |