A parade of seven planets is set to appear in the night sky this month, and it will be the last of its kind until 2040. Astronomers have shared how to catch the cosmic display.
A rare planetary alignment on February 28, 2023, will feature seven planets visible in the night sky, a sight not to be repeated until 2040. Most planets, including Venus, Jupiter, Mars, Saturn, and Mercury, can be seen with the naked eye, while Uranus and Neptune require binoculars or a telescope. The best viewing time is just after sunset in a dark, rural area to avoid light pollution. This event is unique as Mercury joins the other six planets, creating a seven-planet parade.
