There will be about 367 million miles between Earth and Jupiter, according to NASA. Jupiter is about 600 million miles away from our home planet at its farthest point, the space agency said.
Jupiter is at opposition about every 13 months, the length of time the Earth takes to orbit the Sun in relation to Jupiter, according to EarthSky.
The gaseous planet will rise around sunset and look pearly white to the naked eye, said Patrick Hartigan, professor of physics and astronomy at Rice University in Houston. For a precise time of when to look in the sky, use the Old Farmer's Almanac's visible planets calculator.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Jupiter is about to make its closest approach to Earth in 59 years | CNNWith Jupiter's upcoming opposition on September 26, the planet will be about 367 million miles from Earth. Opposition means Earth is directly between Jupiter and the sun.
Read more »
Jupiter and some of its moons will be visible in the night sky MondayStargazers are in for a treat Monday night as Jupiter reaches opposition and makes its closest approach to Earth in the last six decades.
Read more »
Jupiter to Make Its Closest Approach to Earth in Decades on MondayAmateur astronomers and the public alike will be treated to a special celestial show Monday night, as the solar system’s largest planet will be close enough that its features can potentially be seen with just a pair of binoculars.
Read more »
Jupiter to be closest it's been to Earth since 1963“The views (of Jupiter) should be great for a few days before and after Sept. 26. So, take advantage of good weather on either side of this date to take in the sight.”
Read more »
Look Up! Jupiter Will Come The Closest to Earth in 59 Years This MondayIf you hadn't already noticed, the 'king of the planets' is looking particularly glorious as of late.
Read more »