Five tips for spotting the planetary parade set to brighten the night sky this week

Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, Mercury, and Saturn are anticipated to be at their most visible (weather permitting) between sunset and 6.30pm on Friday, February 28
Five tips for spotting the planetary parade set to brighten the night sky this week

A planetary alignment, or a planetary parade, will brighten the night sky on February 28.

Stargazing enthusiasts are encouraged to stay alert this week as an incredible planetary parade brightens the night sky, with seven planets coming together for a spectacular celestial display.

The best part? You won't have to stay up all night to see it. Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, Mercury, and Saturn are anticipated to be at their most visible (weather permitting) between sunset and 6.30pm on Friday, February 28.

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