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This Earth map lets you select the observer’s location used to calculate the bearing and elevation of celestial objects. The selected point determines how the sky, rise and set times, and object positions are shown.
Your location: Santa Clara, United States
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Latitude:
37.3541
Longitude:
-121.955

How to find Jupiter

For a bright planet such as Jupiter, a reference star is not necessary. Look for the planet directly when it is visible. At this observation time, the planet is in Leo. A nearby familiar constellation is Gemini.

Jupiter is 14° above the horizon toward the east.

View the current position and visibility tonight

Jupiter

Look for Jupiter directly in the indicated part of the sky. Use the map and visibility information below.

How to find Jupiter

Finder Chart for Jupiter

Field of view 5.0°

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