Visible planets 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.

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.

When can you see a planet with a magnitude of 6?

Note: Planets that shine with a magnitude up to +6 are visible to the naked eye under ideal conditions, i.e., when the sky is crystal clear and very dark. Also, the higher the number, the lower its visibility. Currently, Mercury is rapidly emerging from the sun’s glare and will be visible in the evening twilight from the end of October.

When is Uranus visible?

Uranus is visible high in the southwestern sky preceding sunrise on October 22, 2024. It is visible to the right of Jupiter. It rises around a couple of hours after sunset. As Uranus shines at the edge of naked-eye visibility, it is hardly visible to the unaided eye unless you have clear eyesight and a very dark sky.

Is Venus visible after sunset 2024?

Venus is visible near the western horizon following sunset on October 22, 2024. It sets around an hour after sunset. It is easily visible to the unaided eye. It is the brightest object in the evening sky (except for the moon). Venus is easier to spot in the southern hemisphere than in the northern hemisphere for this evening apparition.