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Mercury viewing

Opportunities to see Mercury are rare. Right now, it is reaching its greatest elongation and is in an optimal position for viewing shortly after sunset.

See Mercury beneath Venus at dusk | Sky Archive | EarthSky
See Mercury beneath Venus at dusk | Sky Archive | EarthSky

Live in the Northern Hemisphere? If you've never seen the planet Mercury - or even if you have - take advantage of your golden opportunity to see Mercury.
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