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 ...

On Jan. 15, Mars will reach a point in its orbit that astronomers call opposition. That evening, Mars will lie opposite the Sun from our perspective. It will rise at sunset, reach its highest ...

In the early hours of Thursday morning, Mars will be “in opposition” to Earth, which means that the planet will be lit up by the Sun’s rays and appear large and bright - meaning star-gazers can get ...

the orbits of Earth and Mars allow us a closer look at the Red Planet when Mars is at opposition — which will happen on the night of Jan. 15 this year. In the early evening, Mars will be easy to ...

If you are fortunate to live in the occultation zone and the weather cooperates, this upcoming event is one that really should not be missed.

Did you know that Mars at opposition is a special time when Earth and Mars are closest? This happens when Earth passes directly between Mars and the Sun. At this point, Mars appears larger and ...

During the opposition, Mars will be at its closest approach to Earth for the year and will be fully illuminated by the sun. According to the SCOB, Mars will begin rising at around 7:3opm on Jan. 16 ...

While retrograde in Cancer, Mars can stir up old feelings, unresolved issues with family and a deep longing for emotional security. That said, this tricky opposition can feel like a battle of ...

In the early hours of Thursday morning, Mars will be “in opposition” to Earth, which means that the planet will be lit up by the Sun’s rays and appear large and bright - meaning star-gazers ...