The waning crescent Moon joins up with Mars in Aries and will pass 6° north of Mars today at 5 P.M. EDT.

constellation Aries

Who

Moon, Mars, Earth, Ram (Hamal and Sheratan), Pleiades star cluster (M45)

What

When

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:51 GMT · 2h 13m ago

Where

constellation Aries ·

Why

The Moon and Mars are aligning in the sky, creating a visible celestial event.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This event offers a rare opportunity for stargazers to observe the Moon and Mars close together, along with other celestial bodies like the Pleiades star cluster, in the early morning sky. It's a notable astronomical phenomenon for enthusiasts worldwide.

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Verified Sources & Citations

Astronomy Magazine
https://www.astronomy.com/observing/the-sky-today-friday-june-12-2026/
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