THE PLANETS
Sep 15, 2022
3 minutes
PICK OF THE MONTH
Neptune
Best time to see: 1 October, 23:00 UT
Altitude: 33°
Location: Aquarius
Direction: South
Features: Colour, occasional atmospheric effects, Triton
Recommended equipment: 200mm or larger
Neptune was at opposition in the middle of September and remains very well placed for observation from the UK throughout October. By the end of the month, shining at mag. +7.8, Neptune and mag. –2.6 Jupiter will appear separated by just 6.7°, both planets being located below
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