Article 72Y5J Starwatch: Watch the crescent moon pass Saturn as dusk gathers

Starwatch: Watch the crescent moon pass Saturn as dusk gathers

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Stuart Clark
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Earth's satellite will be visible in conjunction with the ringed planet as twilight gives way to darkness

A slender crescent moon slides past Saturn this week, offering a rewarding conjunction. It will be the perfect way to start your evening, a little quiet contemplation of the night sky as the evening twilight gives way to full darkness.

The chart shows the view looking south-west from London at 18:00 GMT, although the pair will have been visible from the moment dusk begins to gather.

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