Astronomy enthusiasts are in for a rare treat on the evening of February 28 when seven planets—Saturn, Mercury, Neptune, Venus, Uranus, Jupiter, and Mars—will align in the night sky.
This rare event, with the next occurrence predicted for 2040, involves the simultaneous appearance of all seven planets.
How to See the Phenomenon
Use tools like the Time and Date website or the Stellarium app to view the planets’ positions.
The Sky Tonight mobile app can also show celestial objects’ actual positions based on your location. Note that binoculars or a telescope will be needed to see the planets clearly.