Mars Is the Star

Throughout the month of October, Mars will dominate the evening sky as it reaches opposition. While opposition happens every two years, this particular pass is the closest Earth will be to Mars until 2035.

It’s visible in the eastern sky at sunset, but wait until at least 9:00 PM to view when it’s well above the horizon. Mars is unmistakably bright and rusty red in color. 

Much more to come, you can check out Sky & Telescope’s podcast to learn more!

October 2020: Mars is the Star! - Sky & Telescope

As evening twilight fades, make a left turn away from the sunset point, and you'll have an easy time spotting Jupiter, perched above the southern horizon about a third of the way to overhead. Not far to Jupiter's left is a dimmer but still obvious star. That's actually Saturn.

Join us next Wednesday Oct. 7 @ 6:00 PM for our free Mars program: “The Red Planet.” Email Register@StandleyLakeStargazing.com to sign up!

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