Venus will disappear behind the Moon in a rare June sky event
Skywatchers in June can observe a rare planetary conjunction of Venus, Jupiter, and Mercury, followed by a lunar occultation of Venus on June 17. The event will be visible from parts of the Americas.
Why it matters
Astronomical events provide educational opportunities for the public and interest in space science.
June offers plenty for skywatchers, including a close meeting between Venus and Jupiter, a rare event where the Moon passes in front of Venus, the arrival of astronomical summer, and the return of some favorite deep-sky targets.
The article is a purely scientific and observational guide with no political or social bias.
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