It’s the Moon and Jupiter that will see in the New Year with you! The Moon will sink below the western horizon just after 1.30am on New Year’s morning, so if you’re still up, you’ll see your first moon set for 2026!
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When and where to look:
After you’ve welcomed in 2026, look to the north western horizon.
Something Interesting:
Jupiter is the “King of the Planets” in our Solar System. That’s because it’s the largest! It’s a pretty windy place. The wind speeds can be over 500 km/hr and this creates the cloud bands across the surface of the planet. You’d certainly have a bad hair day on Jupiter.
Want More Stargazing Tips?
There’s always something interesting happening in the night sky and country WA is the best place to catch all the action!