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May 20: Moon near Jupiter
- Conjunction time: 12:36 GMT (8:36 AM ET)
- Conjunction distance: 3°04′
- Close approach time: 13:46 GMT (9:46 AM ET)
- Close approach distance: 3°00′
On May 20, the thin waxing crescent Moon will appear close to Jupiter (mag -1.9) in the constellation Gemini. Look for them after sunset high above the western horizon. Both objects will be easy to spot with the naked eye. Nearby, the bright stars Castor and Pollux will also be visible, adding to the beauty of the scene.
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