Jupiter is rising in the early mornings. For the early birds on 3rd November, there’s a great opportunity to see bright Jupiter sitting alongside the Moon. Mars is on the opposite side of the Moon and they are all appearing alongside the constellation, Leo. You’ll be able to see Regulus, the bright star of Leo, that will appear to the right and below the Moon. See if you can identify other stars in the constellation by using a stargazing app on your smart phone. Leo the lion appears upside down to us in the southern hemisphere.
If you’re using a telescope to view Jupiter, it’s a good idea to wait until it is higher above the horizon, so you get a clearer image through the eyepiece. Jupiter will be at its best viewing in coming weeks when it is closest to Earth for the year and is at opposition on 11th February 2027.
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When and where to look:
From 3am, 3rd November. Look to the east.