Whenever we think about space, apart from thinking about the dark unending oblivion, we often think about the planets that reside with Earth in this Solar System.?
As kids, we often drew the planets as a part of our science assignments and at least once think if we¡¯d ever get to witness the beautiful celestial objects orbiting in our galaxy.?
Well, it looks like that day is not that far. This month, we¡¯re going to witness all the seven planets become visible in Earth¡¯s night sky. In case you were wondering why it is seven and not eight, it¡¯s because Pluto was demoted from planetary status due to its size.?
Venus is going to be the brightest planet in the sky however, we¡¯ll also get a glimpse of Mercury, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn will be easy to spit with the naked eyes. Neptune and Uranus however would require binoculars to get a better look.?
This was reported first by EarthSky, while also offering guidelines to make sure you don¡¯t miss the planets. The first two planets to make an appearance are also two of the largest planets in our solar system -- Saturn and Jupiter.?
They will be approaching their 20-year reunion which is also called as the great conjunction. This will also be their closest appearance on our planet since 1623. They¡¯ll be seen throughout November till Winter solstice in December. If you, however, anticipate seeing Saturn¡¯s rings, make sure you have a telescope handy as that won¡¯t be visible through the naked eye.?
Starting November 10th, Mercury will be visible just above the horizon before dawn, roughly an hour before sunrise. Venus will be over that shining the brightest in the sky. Towards slightly left you¡¯ll see the bright star Arcturus and to the right you¡¯ll see Spica.?
As the Moon will start waning, the sky will get darker and this will let you spot Uranus and Neptune. You¡¯ll need binoculars to spot the planet and Uranus should appear bluish-green.