Venus Kisses Jupiter Tonight - Skywatchers will Be Treated to an Incredible and Rare Spectacle

When the sun goes down tonight, step outside and look west. Venus and Jupiter are shining through the twilight only 0.5 degrees apart. The spectacle will be visible worldwide. Skywatchers around the world will be treated to an incredible and rare spectacle. 45 minutes after sunset we'll have the chance to see Venus and Jupiter 'nearly collide" as they appear to move incredibly close together from our vantage point. In fact, the two planets will get so close in the evening sky, that they'll seem to merge into one giant glowing mass to the naked eye. Those in binoculars or a telescope will be able to make out the two objects more distinctly. Don't miss them, look west after sunset... they won't be this close again until ~May 2024. Thanks for watching!