Close Approach of Venus and Neptune at Sat, 24 April 2027, 01:56

The closest separation between Venus and Neptune will occur on Sat, 24 April 2027, 01:56, when they will be separated by roughly 0.235°. The close approach occurs while both objects are below the horizon and cannot be observed.

Visibility window

The close approach begins when their separation drops below 1°, around 06:05, and ends when their separation grows beyond 1°, around 21:40. Observers can see them in the sky during this interval.

Elevation & direction at closest approach

At the moment of closest approach, Venus and Neptune will be approximately -16° above the horizon, in the Northwest.

Constellation

At the time of the closest approach, both objects will be located in or near the constellation Pisces, making it easier to locate them in the night sky.