Mercury, Venus, Jupiter to form 5-night planet parade. When to look up - Yahoo News UK
A planetary alignment involving Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter will be visible to the naked eye from June 11 to June 15. Astronomers note that while such 'planet parades' are not rare, they offer a unique opportunity for casual skygazing.
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Hear this story The planetary alignment will be visible in the western sky after sunset from June 11 to June 15. While the term "planet parade" is not official, it refers to when multiple planets appear to line up in the sky. No telescope is needed to see the three planets, but a clear view of the horizon is recommended. If you're an avid skygazer, you may have noticed two bright objects , Venus and Jupiter, shining in the night sky this week. Now, a third planet is due to join the cosmic fun.
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