09/01/2025
🚨 Mark your calendars, sky gazers 🌌
One of the most breathtaking astronomical events of the year is almost here, and you won’t want to miss it. This January, six of the seven planets in our solar system will be visible at the same time! Among them, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn will be easy to spot with the naked eye, putting on a show that’s perfect for stargazers of all levels.
Although the planets are already visible in the night sky, the best part of the planet parade begins on January 8. On this date, the crescent Moon will rise high in the evening sky, adding a magical touch to the planetary lineup.
As twilight fades, look toward the southwestern horizon. There, you’ll spot Venus and Saturn appearing close together. Venus, the brighter of the two, will be unmissable.
Higher in the sky, you’ll find Jupiter, the second brightest speck of light in the night sky after Venus. Jupiter recently passed its opposition, making this one of the best times of the year to observe the gas giant with the naked eye.
Near the eastern horizon, Mars will shine brightly with its signature red hue, making it a captivating sight in the night sky. January is the best month of the year to observe the Red Planet, as it will steadily grow brighter leading up to its closest approach to Earth in over two years on January 12.
Uranus will be positioned near Jupiter, and Neptune will be close to Venus and Saturn. You will need optical aid to see both these ice giants as their magnitude is beyond the naked eye limit.
