Planets that are visible right now

Which planets are currently visible?

See which planets are currently visible, along with their rise and set times, to help you plan your observations. Jupiter presents a captivating view with its prominent cloud bands, the iconic Great Red Spot, and up to four of its largest moons: Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto.

Which planets are visible at night?

Saturn's visible all night. Jupiter and Mars rise in the couple of hours after midnight and are visible in the southeast before sunrise. September 1-7 – If you're in the Northern Hemisphere, you can spot Mercury this week during morning twilight if you can find an unobstructed view toward the east. It appears low in the east just before dawn.

What planets are visible in July 2024?

Visible planets and night sky guide for July 2024. Tonight Mars will lie close to the dim planet Uranus in the morning sky. A binocular view is best. Subscribe now! A daily update with Science news, great photos, sky alerts. What are star trails, and how do I photograph them? Summer Triangle star: Altair is variable and spins fast!

Where can I find a detailed view of a planet?

See the indispensable Observer’s Handbook, from the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. Visit Stellarium-Web.org for precise views from your location. Almanac: Bright visible planets (rise and set times for your location). Visit TheSkyLive for precise views from your location.

Can you see Neptune at night?

Use binoculars. Neptune is visible during most of the night, but it is best viewed in the late evening hours after sunset. Very faint, use binoculars. Need some help? Sky map showing night sky tonight in Time, Illinois, USA.

What to look for in our night sky?

Here’s what to look for in our current night sky. (Courtesy NASA/JPL-Caltech) A partial lunar eclipse makes the full supermoon on Sept. 17th extra super. Also, chances to observe five planets this month, and a global night for observing. All month – Venus sits low in the west following sunset. Saturn's visible all night.