Venus is disappearing from the evening sky - here's how to see it while you can
Venus is currently descending in the evening sky as it prepares to transition from an 'Evening Star' to a morning visibility cycle. Skywatchers have a limited window in September to observe the planet before it disappears from the evening horizon.
Why it matters
Venus's predictable orbital patterns have been historically significant to various cultures and remain a key interest for amateur astronomy and skywatching communities.
Venus is sinking lower into the sunset this September, but the brilliant Evening Star won't be gone for long.
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Click for next article Venus is sinking lower into the sunset this September, but the brilliant Evening Star won't be gone for long. (Image credit: Weiquan Lin via Getty Images) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Soon, the sky's most glamorous evening performer will take its leave.
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