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Skywatchers Alert!

Saturn's Spectacular Appearance in 2023

"This weekend, Saturn, the giant ringed planet, is set to make its most dazzling appearance of 2023. Skywatchers, get ready!"

Saturn will be at its brightest and biggest this weekend. Earth will be positioned directly between Saturn and the Sun.

During this time, Saturn will also reach its perigee, the closest point to Earth, making it an incredible sight.

You can enjoy Saturn's brilliance through February 2024

Best viewing time: Sunday (Aug 27), around midnight in North America.

Saturn will reach magnitude 0.4, making it easily visible to the naked eye.

For more detail, use binoculars to see Saturn's pale yellow color.

For more detail, use binoculars to see Saturn's pale yellow color.