The Red Planet will be at its closest point to Earth, also known as perigee, on Jan. 12 and will be exactly opposite the sun on Jan. 15. It will be visible all night long because it will rise with the ...

But every 26 months, the orbits of Earth and Mars allow us a closer look at the Red Planet when Mars is at opposition — which ... named the lighter regions like land masses, such as Elysium ...

This week, Mars will shine brighter than at any time since December 2022 as it reaches a point astronomers call "opposition." That means skywatchers will have the best views of the Red Planet ...

However you observe it, go take a look at the Red Planet and maybe wonder if robotic spacecraft will ever find evidence of microscopic life there. Don’t wait for Mars’ next opposition ...

Mars at Opposition 2025 will occur on January 16th. In this article, we'll take a look at the best times to view this spectacular event, discover essential viewing tips, and explore some ...

On Sunday (Jan. 12), the Red Planet will make its close approach of Earth at 8:32 a.m. EST (13:32 GMT). This event, known as perigee, causes Mars to appear bigger and brighter in the sky than usual, ...

This is the kind of transit that could make you feel like you’re ... Cancer. Look at it this way: with Mars retrograde in your sign sitting in opposition with the sun in your relationship ...

FOUR planets are visible in the night sky. You will have to battle January clouds, but here is how to find them.