Close approach of Venus and Moon on 31 October 2027 at 06:21
General information
The closest separation between Venus and Moon will occur on 31 October 2027 at 06:21, when they will be separated by roughly 4.335°. At closest approach: The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult. An observing opportunity within the separation window: 31 October 2027 at 18:27, separation about 6.8°.
Visibility window
The event begins when the separation drops below 8° at about 30 October 2027 at 16:57, and ends when it grows beyond 8° at about 31 October 2027 at 19:57. 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 -10° above the horizon toward the south-east.Constellation
Both objects will be located in or near the constellation Libra. This can help you locate them in the sky.Track Venus / Moon relative positions
| Time | 1824963660 |
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Close approach dynamics
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Close approach details
| Venus | Moon | |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 06:21 | |
| Angular separation (°) | 4.34 | |
| Geocentric coordinates | RA: 15h 45m 33s", Dec: -20° 10' 03s | RA: 15h 42m 06s", Dec: -24° 25' 45s |
| Topocentric coordinates | RA: 15h 45m 34s", Dec: -20° 10' 03s | RA: 15h 46m 11s", Dec: -24° 21' 05s |
| Distance | 1.5593 AU (233,267,960 km) | 0.00257 AU (384,467 km) |
| Angular size | 10.7" | 31' |
| Altitude (°) | -11 | -11 |
| Azimuth (°) | 111 Southeast | 115 Southeast |