When the Curves Line Up publishes skywatching guides that focus on the moon, planets, and the brightest stars. Each article provides clear timing, angular separations, and directional reference points so observers know where and when to look. The site emphasizes careful description and is written for readers who value observational accuracy.
Current Sky Events
2026, March 25-27: First Quarter Moon Near Jupiter and Gemini Twins
March 25-27, 2026: The First Quarter moon shines high in the south-southwestern sky with Jupiter, Castor, and Pollux. Watch it move night to night as it passes Jupiter and approaches the Full Pink Moon phase.
2026, March 27: Gibbous Moon Near Jupiter Tonight – Beehive Cluster Washed Out
March 27, 2026: A 74% illuminated gibbous moon shines near Jupiter after sunset in Cancer. Learn where to look and why the Beehive Cluster is difficult to see tonight.
2026, March 28-30: Evening Moon Passes Leo
March 28-30, 2026: The gibbous moon moves in front of Leo, passing near Regulus and Denebola in the east-southeast sky after sunset.
2026, March 29: Venus and Jupiter After Sunset – Conjunction Preview
March 29, 2026: Venus and Jupiter are visible after sunset, moving toward a June 9 conjunction. Follow Venus near Hamal and Jupiter near Castor and Pollux.
2026, March 30: Venus and Jupiter Shine After Sunset While the Moon Nears Full with Leo
March 30, 2026: Venus shines low in the west after sunset while Jupiter stands high in the south-southwest. The moon nears full in front of Leo, with Regulus and Denebola marking the Lion’s outline. Mercury and Mars remain hidden in bright morning twilight.
2026, March 31: Mercury Visibility Explained: Why Some Elongations Are Hard to See
March 31, 2026: Mercury’s visibility depends on twilight and the angle of the ecliptic. The April elongation is difficult to see, while August and November offer better viewing conditions.
Venus as an Evening Star, 2026
Venus as an Evening Star
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LATEST ARTICLES
- 2026, April 4-7: Moon Moves Past Scorpius Before Sunrise
April 4-7, 2026: Track the bright gibbous moon as it moves eastward in front of Scorpius before sunrise. See its changing position near Antares and the Scorpion’s claws from April 4–7. - 2026, April 3: Mercury at Greatest Elongation: Difficult Morning Viewing, Venus and Jupiter Shine
April 3, 2026: Mercury’s spring elongation is difficult to observe in morning twilight. The moon passes Spica, while Venus and Jupiter shine after sunset. - 2026, April 2: Sky Almanac – Full Moon, Mercury at Greatest Elongation, Venus and Jupiter Shine
2026, April 2: Daylight increases across the northern hemisphere while the Full Moon passes Spica. Mercury’s elongation is difficult to see, but Venus and Jupiter dominate the evening sky. - 2026, April 1: Venus Climbs Higher After Sunset – April 2026 Evening Star Guide
April 1, 2026: Venus brightens the western sky after sunset during April 2026. Watch it move from Aries into Taurus, pass the Pleiades, and appear near the crescent moon. - 2026, March 31: Mercury Visibility Explained: Why Some Elongations Are Hard to See
March 31, 2026: Mercury’s visibility depends on twilight and the angle of the ecliptic. The April elongation is difficult to see, while August and November offer better viewing conditions.