Mars will shine close to the blue star Spica at sunset on Sept. 13, but you'll need a clear view of the western horizon to catch the colorful duo before they slip swiftly out of view. Look west as the ...

At 11:00 AM EDT, the Moon will be positioned 1.2° south of the star Spica. In the evening, a celestial alignment will be visible, with Spica located between Mars and the Moon. The double star Alpha ...

Mars and Spica will appear in close proximity (2° separation) in the evening western sky shortly after sunset, setting before 9 PM local daylight time. Observations of Mars and Spica are best ...

The Moon passes 4° south of Mars in Virgo at 11 A.M. EDT. The pair is briefly visible - along with Virgo's brightest star, Spica - for a short time after sunset this evening. You'll need to be fast, ...