Mercury and Mars will be closest to each other tomorrow

Technology Nov 12, 2025

Look up at sunset on November 12, and you'll catch Mars and Mercury cozying up in the southwestern sky.
Mercury will sit about five degrees above the horizon, with Mars just a bit to its upper right.
The catch? You've got less than an hour after sunset to spot them before they dip out of view.

Best viewing conditions

Find a clear view of the southwestern horizon—no tall buildings or trees in your way.
Both planets are getting closer to their solar "meet-ups" (Mercury's is November 20, Mars's in January), so each night they'll appear lower and trickier to spot.
If you're curious about their dance: Mercury is doing its retrograde thing this month, moving westward, while Mars keeps cruising east.