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 5-7: Moon and Spica in the March Morning Sky
March 5-7, 2026: After the March 3 lunar eclipse, the gibbous Moon shines near Spica in Virgo – Viewing times, altitudes, and sky landmarks.
2026, March 6: Moon Near Spica and Three Bright Planets Tonight
March 6, 2026: A bright gibbous Moon appears near Spica before sunrise while Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Uranus are visible after sunset.
2026, March 7: Mercury at Inferior Conjunction
March 7, 2026: Mercury reaches inferior conjunction today, then moves into the morning sky toward greatest elongation on April 3 before superior conjunction May 14.
2026, March 8: Daylight Time Begins, See Moon and Planets
March 8, 2026: Daylight Saving Time begins today. The gibbous moon appears near Zubenelgenubi before sunrise, while Venus passes Saturn and Jupiter’s retrograde ends.
2026, March 9-11: Last Quarter Moon Crosses Scorpius
March 9-11, 2026: Before sunrise, the waning moon crosses in front of Scorpius near Antares, the brightest star.
2026, March 10: Jupiter’s Retrograde Ends
March 10, 2026: Jupiter’s retrograde ends in front of Gemini near the Twins.
Venus as an Evening Star, 2026
Venus as an Evening Star
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LATEST ARTICLES
- 2026, March 14: Sky Almanac: Crescent Moon, Venus, Jupiter & More
Morning crescent moon with earthshine, Venus in evening twilight, Jupiter in Gemini, and Uranus near the Pleiades. Daily sky guide for mid-March. - 2026, March 13: Late Winter Sky – Venus, Jupiter, Uranus, and the Crescent Moon
March 13, 2026: As the Vernal Equinox approaches, daylight nears 12 hours. Venus shines in bright twilight after sunset, Jupiter stands high in Gemini, and Uranus lingers in Taurus near the Pleiades. Before sunrise, the waning crescent moon appears near the Teapot of Sagittarius. - 2026, March 12-13: Crescent Moon Passes Sagittarius Before Sunrise
March 12-13, 2026: A waning crescent moon appears in front of Sagittarius before sunrise. Look for it near the Teapot, passing Kaus Media and occulting Tau Sagittarii from parts of the southeastern United States. A binocular helps reveal the Archer’s faint star pattern. - 2026, March 11: Last Quarter Moon, Venus, Jupiter & Uranus Guide
March 11, 2026: Daylight hours continue converging toward 12 hours across both hemispheres. The Last Quarter Moon stands near Antares before sunrise, while Venus and Jupiter dominate the evening sky. Uranus remains visible near the Pleiades through a binocular, though its viewing window is narrowing. - 2026, March 10: Jupiter’s Retrograde Ends
March 10, 2026: Jupiter’s retrograde ends in front of Gemini near the Twins.