A rare celestial event is set to occur on February 28, 2025, when all the planets in our solar system align on one side of the Sun, making it visible in the night sky. The alignment of six planets—Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune— has been observed from January 2025. This remarkable occurrence, known as a "planetary parade," has been visible since January 18.
However, it will reach its peak on February 28, 2025, when all seven planets will align together. For more detailed information about this planetary alignment, see the article below.
Alignment of all planets
According to scientists, all seven planets of our solar system will align and become visible from Earth. This spectacular display will conclude on February 28, 2025, and will not happen again until 2040. According to NASA, such events do not occur every year.
This rare astronomical phenomenon offers sky observers a unique opportunity to see these planets clustered together in one part of the sky near the Sun.
Planetary Parade, | Pinterest
What is a planetary parade?
A planetary parade refers to an event when multiple planets align in the night sky, also known as a planetary alignment. This phenomenon occurs because the planets orbit the Sun at different speeds. At certain points in their orbits, they line up from our perspective on Earth.
While planetary alignments are not extremely rare, they do not occur every year. The planets move slowly, and when all seven planets can be seen lined up, it becomes a particularly rare event.
Will it be visible from India?
The planetary alignment will be visible from India. The best time to observe this celestial event is approximately 45 minutes after sunset. Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn will be visible to the naked eye, while Neptune and Uranus will require a telescope or binoculars to view.
According to the BBC, viewers can spot Venus in the west after sunset. Mars, known as the Red Planet, will be visible in the south, and Jupiter can be seen in the southwest. Additionally, Uranus can be located in the darkness below the Pleiades star cluster in the southwest.
