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Close approach of Venus and Saturn on 7 May 2027 at 09:46

General information

Close approach of Venus / Saturn — 7 May 2027 at 09:46
The closest separation between Venus and Saturn will occur on 7 May 2027 at 09:46, when they will be separated by roughly 0.605°. The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult.

Visibility window

The event begins when the separation drops below 1.5° at about 15:00, and ends when it grows beyond 1.5° at about 15:46. The objects can be followed during this interval when observing conditions permit.

Elevation and direction at closest approach

At closest approach, Venus and Saturn will be approximately 59° above the horizon toward the south.

Constellation

Both objects will be located in or near the constellation Pisces. This can help you locate them in the sky.

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Elevation (degrees)
Time1809715560
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Azimuth
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Close approach dynamics

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Close approach details

VenusSaturn
Time 09:46
Angular separation (°) 0.61
Geocentric coordinates RA: 01h 21m 31s", Dec: 06° 48' 10s RA: 01h 22m 26s", Dec: 06° 14' 31s
Topocentric coordinates RA: 01h 21m 31s", Dec: 06° 48' 07s RA: 01h 22m 26s", Dec: 06° 14' 31s
Distance 1.4911 AU (223,065,385 km) 10.268 AU (1,536,070,936 km)
Angular size 11.2" 16.2"
Altitude (°) 59 59
Azimuth (°) 189 South 188 South