TELESCOPES AND BINOS AT THE READY | JUPITER IS AT ITS CLOSEST TO EARTH IN 59 YEARS

Telescopes & Binos at the ready | Jupiter is at its closest to Earth in 59 years

Dust your binoculars and small telescopes off, because on Monday 26th of September, the solar system's biggest planet, Jupiter, will make its closest approach to Earth in 59 years, offering a real treat for sky watchers that evening.

Jupiter will be in opposition, meaning it will rise in the eastern sky as the sun sets in the west, and make the largest planet of our solar system especially visible in the evening.

The gas giant planet will be unusually bright and large in the sky, providing a unique opportunity to view its features.

Jupiter should be in a prime position for skywatchers with binoculars or a small telescope for several days surrounding the two milestones.

Finding a site with higher elevation, dark skies and dry weather will all improve the planet's visibility.

We hope you catch a glimpse of it! Stop by your nearest branch for a pair of binoculars so you don’t miss out on the action.