Three-planet parade features Venus Jupiter 1.6-degree separation June 9
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Heads up, skywatchers! This week brings a rare "planet parade," where Venus, Jupiter, and Mercury line up for a stunning show.
The best moment is June 9, when Venus and Jupiter appear super close, just 1.6 degrees apart, low in the western sky after sunset.
No fancy gear needed; just look up and enjoy.
Venus-Jupiter June 4-14 Mercury June 11-15
You'll have several chances to catch the action: Venus and Jupiter stay within five degrees of each other from June 4-14.
Mercury joins in from June 11-15, making it a three-planet lineup in Gemini near the stars Castor and Pollux.
For the clearest view, find an open spot facing west about 45 minutes after sunset; Venus will shine brightest, followed by Jupiter, and then Mercury lower down in twilight.