One last chance to see 6 planets align in Kentucky and Indiana skies; Here’s how to view it
An even larger planetary alignment is expected next February. A chance to see six planets in our solar system align in Kentucky and Indiana this week, June 14th, is a chance to do so. However, you won't be able to see all six planets with the naked eye, so use a pair of binoculars or a telescope to see them. The alignment will occur early in the morning on Tuesday, before dawn, with Mercury and Jupiter appearing close together and Jupiter potentially difficult to spot due to the bright morning twilight. Mars and Saturn can also be seen higher in the sky at this time, but both planets require a telescope and a dark sky with little light pollution. An even larger planetary alignment is expected next February.
Pubblicato : 11 mesi fa di WHAS11 Staff in Tech Science
An even larger planetary alignment is expected next February.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — From the total solar eclipse in April to the Northern Lights just a few weeks ago, there’s been plenty of reasons for skywatchers in Kentucky and Indiana to look up into the sky this year.
Now, this week, there’s a chance you’ll get to see six planets in our solar system align across the sky.
However, you won’t be able to see them all with the naked eye.
How to view June’s planetary alignment in Kentucky, Indiana:
Early in the morning on Tuesday, just before dawn, look to the eastern horizon and you should be able to see the planets aligned. You’ll need a pair of binoculars or a telescope to see all six planets though.
If you live in Louisville, you’ll also want to escape the city and head to somewhere with little light pollution. The weather should be in your favor depending on where you choose to view this celestial event.
How to spot the six planets:
The moon will be low on the horizon. Mercury and Jupiter will appear close together, and can be located below the moon and just above the horizon. The two planets may be difficult to spot due to the bright morning twilight, however.
Binoculars could help spot them about 30 minutes before sunrise, EarthSky said. Mars and Saturn can be seen higher in the sky at this time, as well.
If you’re looking to spot Uranus, the planet will be located between Jupiter, Mercury and the moon. Neptune will be visible just below Saturn. To see both of these planets, however, you’ll need a telescope and a dark sky with little to no light pollution as both are far away and appear very dim.