14 - The Parade of Planets June 3 (Early Release)
This special episode a bit earlier than usual. Today, we’re diving into the exciting event happening on June 3rd – a stunning planetary conjunction. This rare alignment will feature six planets: Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. I couldn’t wait to share this with you because it’s such a fantastic opportunity for stargazing.
During the conjunction, these planets will appear to line up in the sky from our perspective on Earth. While they’re actually far apart, this alignment creates a breathtaking visual spectacle. In the United States, the best time to view this event is early morning around 5:20 AM. Although the sun will be rising, you can still catch a glimpse of this celestial parade. If you’re in Sydney, mark your calendar for May 28th, and in Athens, June 2nd is the day to watch.
To get the most out of this event, I recommend using star-watching apps like StarWalk 2 or Sky Safari Pro. These apps are fantastic for locating and identifying planets and constellations. Finding a spot away from city lights will also help, as light pollution can obscure your view.
The lineup starts with Saturn near the constellation Aquarius, followed by Neptune, Mars, Uranus, Mercury, and Jupiter. Some of these planets, like Mars and Jupiter, are visible to the naked eye, but others might need binoculars or a telescope for a clearer view.
If you miss this alignment, don’t worry! They are great to observe for a few days. Also, another significant one will occur on August 28th, and a grand alignment, including Pluto, is anticipated for January 18, 2025. Mark your calendars for these future events.
I encourage you to get out there and enjoy the night sky. Even if you don’t catch the perfect moment on June 3rd, you’ll still witness something awe-inspiring. Thanks for tuning in early, and be sure to check out my website for more details and photos. Happy stargazing!
https://buzzblossomandsqueak.com/?p=182
https://earthsky.org/space/planets-single-plane/
https://www.planetary.org/articles/what-is-a-planetary-conjunction
https://starwalk.space/en/news/planetary-conjunctions
https://starwalk.space/en/infographics/planetary-alignment
Jill’s Links
Notion Affiliate - https://affiliate.notion.so/NorthwoodsJill
Notion AI Affiliate -https://affiliate.notion.so/NorthwoodsAI
Buy Me Coffee if you like my podcasts! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/smallstepspod
Buzz Blossom and Squeak Website https://buzzblossomandsqueak.com/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/schmern
Blog Headquarters at https://abetterlifeinsmallsteps.com/
Email the podcast at mailto: jill@startwithsmallsteps.com
