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Close approach of Venus and Uranus on 13 June 2027 at 17:45

General information

Close approach of Venus / Uranus — 13 June 2027 at 17:45
The closest separation between Venus and Uranus will occur on 13 June 2027 at 17:45, when they will be separated by roughly 0.71°. The event occurs during daylight, making observation difficult.

Visibility window

The event begins when the separation drops below 1° at about 03:15, and ends when it grows beyond 1° at about 08:18. The objects can be followed during this interval when observing conditions permit.

Elevation and direction at closest approach

At closest approach, Venus and Uranus will be approximately -6° above the horizon toward the north-west.

Constellation

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

Track Venus / Uranus relative positions

Elevation (degrees)
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Close approach dynamics

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Close approach details

VenusUranus
Time 17:45
Angular separation (°) 0.71
Geocentric coordinates RA: 04h 20m 30s", Dec: 20° 38' 39s RA: 04h 19m 54s", Dec: 21° 20' 23s
Topocentric coordinates RA: 04h 20m 30s", Dec: 20° 38' 35s RA: 04h 19m 54s", Dec: 21° 20' 23s
Distance 1.6422 AU (245,669,623 km) 20.368 AU (3,047,009,430 km)
Angular size 10.2" 3.5"
Altitude (°) -7 -6
Azimuth (°) 302 Northwest 303 Northwest