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Jupiter is at its best and brightest of 2026 tonight! Here's what to expect as the gas giant reaches opposition
Jupiter reaches opposition overnight on Jan. 10, when it appears its brightest in 2026 opposite the sun in Earth's sky.
With the moon out of the way on Jan. 18, bright Jupiter and Saturn become stand-outs in the January night sky.
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Jupiter will outshine every star in the sky this weekend — how to see the king of planets at opposition
Jupiter reaches opposition on Jan. 10, when it will shine all night at its brightest as Earth moves between the giant planet and the sun.
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Tonight, January 10th, 2026, Jupiter reaches opposition, becoming exceptionally bright and visible all night. This rare event, considered a cosmic 'Super Bowl' by astronomers, is also hailed as a peak ...
Newly released images from NASA's Juno spacecraft provide an unprecedented look at Jupiter, revealing stunning details of the gas giant's atmosphere and inner workings."Mind-blowingly brain-melting," ...
Each Monday, I pick out North America’s celestial highlights for the week ahead (which also apply to mid-northern latitudes in the northern hemisphere). Check my main feed for more in-depth articles ...
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