The moon, Mars, and Jupiter shine in the heart of the Lion overnight on Nov. 1-2

Sky Alignment at the Start of November

Overnight on November 1-2, a striking astronomical event will take place in the eastern sky. The waning moon will shine alongside two solar system planets and a brilliant star in the night sky.

Planetary Gathering in the Heart of Leo

During the night, the waning moon will be visible alongside Jupiter, Mars, and Regulus, the brightest star in the constellation Leo. This alignment in the eastern sky brings several bright celestial objects together in one field of view.

A Visual Opportunity for Stargazers

This cosmic gathering offers a beautiful sight for both amateur stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts late into the night. The arrangement of the Moon, planets, and Regulus can be tracked across the eastern horizon throughout the night hours.